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Insulation Workers, Mechanical

Also called: Industrial Insulator, Insulation Mechanic, Insulator, Mechanical Insulator

What they do:

Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain temperature.

On the job, you would:
  • Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
  • Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.
  • Select appropriate insulation, such as fiberglass, Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.
On the job, you'll need:

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • mechanical

Business

  • customer service
  • management

Education and Training

  • teaching and course design

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Basic Skills

  • keeping track of how well people and/or groups are doing in order to make improvements
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Problem Solving

  • noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Hand and Finger Use

  • hold or move items with your hands
  • keep your arm or hand steady

Attention

  • pay attention to something without being distracted

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Attention to Detail
  • Cooperation
  • Integrity
  • Dependability
  • Self Control
  • Initiative

Data base user interface and query software

  • CMSN FieldPAK
  • Comput-Ability Mechanical Insulation Key Estimator

Enterprise resource planning ERP software

  • IBM Maximo Asset Management

Analytical or scientific software

  • North American Insulation Manufacturers Association NAIMA 3E Plus

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Average.

New job opportunities are likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $50,590

Education

High school diploma/GED or certificate after high school is usually needed.

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