Job Order Detail

Description

Key Responsibility Areas:

Read and interpret drawings and specifications to determine insulation requirements.
Select the amount and type of insulation to be installed as well as a method of securing the insulation (e.g., spraying, pin welding, wiring, pasting, strapping, taping) according to the type and shape of surface, whether or not the equipment is cold or hot, inside or outside, and what the equipment is going to be used for.
Measure and cut insulating material and coverings to the required shape and dimension.
Fit insulation around obstructions or shape insulation materials and protective coverings.
Install vapor barriers and finish insulated surfaces by applying metal cladding, canvas, plastic sheeting or cement.
Assignments are made in the form of written or oral instructions. Work is inspected for satisfactory compliance with instruction, although routine repairs are usually made independently without supervision or review.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Effective communicator.
Displays a safe and productive work ethic.
Handle the administrative duties of position, including completion of required documents.
Knows how to read drawings and interpret specifications.
Strong Safety culture.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Provincially issued Journeyman Insulator Certificate, or indentured apprentice id number.