Insulation Workers, Mechanical

Industrial Insulator, Insulation Mechanic, Insulator, Mechanical Insulator

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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.
  • Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
  • Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.

Knowledge

Math and Science

  • arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics

Engineering and Technology

  • building and construction
  • mechanical

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Business

  • customer service

Skills

Basic Skills

  • thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Problem Solving

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

Abilities

Hand and Finger Use

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

Verbal

  • communicate by speaking
  • listen and understand what people say

Personality

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

They do well at jobs that need:

  • Dependability
  • Attention to Detail
  • Independence
  • Persistence
  • Initiative
  • Integrity

Technology

You might use software like this on the job:

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

Education

Education: (rated 2 of 5)
no high school diploma/GED or
high school diploma/GED
usually needed

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Job Outlook

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