insulation installer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Asset languages

• Vietnamese

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• 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
• Supervise other workers
• Brush waterproofing cement or other material over insulating materials
• Fabricate and apply removable insulation pads and covers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
• Remove asbestos, ceramic fibres, lead and mould and urea-formaldehyde insulation materials from buildings
• Measure, cut, fit and install drywall sheets
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of workers

Supervision

• Drywall installers and finishers

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License

Apprenticeship training

• Pre-apprenticeship training
• Level one apprenticeship training

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Flooring

Types of systems

• Underground conduits and piping
• Steam and condensate process lines
• Vessels and boilers
• Plumbing, cold water and drain lines
• Ventilation and exhaust
• Hot water system and equipment

Area of work experience

• Framing and shingling

Surface preparation experience

• Drywall taping/patching

Area of specialization

• Asbestos abatement and removal
• Spraying and blowing insulation

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Life insurance
• Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available