Insulation Technician

• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.

• Remove or seal off old insulation, following safety procedures.

• 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.

• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage.

• Apply, remove, and repair insulation, thermal and fire, on industrial and domestic equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks,pipework and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.