insulator

Work site environment

• Dusty
• Confined spaces

Work setting

• Construction
• Commercial
• Residential

Tasks

• Select type of insulation required
• Instruct apprentices
• Measure and cut insulating materials to required shape and dimensions using hand and power tools
• Apply and secure insulation using spraying, blowing, pasting, strapping, taping and other application and installation methods
• Fit insulation around obstructions and between joists and studs
• Install vapour barriers and fire-retardant materials
• Brush waterproofing cement or other material over insulating materials
• Estimate costs and materials
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
• Remove asbestos, ceramic fibres, lead and mould and urea-formaldehyde insulation materials from buildings
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 35 to 40 hours per week