Insulation Worker Jobs

An Insulation Worker, also referred to as an Insulator, plays a fundamental role in the construction industry by installing and replacing materials used to insulate buildings and mechanical systems to manage and control the temperature. Their tasks include reading blueprints, measuring and cutting insulation materials, securing insulation with staples, tape or screws, and covering insulations with plastic covers to protect it from moisture. They work on a variety of constructions from residential to commercial, and their work can significantly improve a building's energy efficiency, hence reducing costs and benefiting the environment.

Insulation Workers should have a range of skills including physical stamina, dexterity, the ability to work at heights, and excellent attention to detail. They should also have a good understanding of safety protocols. It is beneficial for them to have completed a high school diploma and to have undergone an insulation apprenticeship program. Certain states in the U.S. may require licensure or certification, such as the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Lead-Safe certification for those working in houses or child-occupied facilities built before 1978. Before becoming an Insulation Worker, a person might have roles such as a Construction Laborer or a Carpenter's Helper to gain experience in the field. Some may also start out as Insulation Installers, working under more experienced workers before advancing to the role of an Insulator.

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Construction Helper - Insulation Installer

  • Billings, MT
  • 1 hour ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 1 hour ago

1. Exterior Insulation Install 2. Cutting Insulation with table saw 3. Installing exterior metal furring Monday to Thursday 630am start 10 - 12 hours a days must have own basic hand tools & PPE...

Insulation Installer

  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Local Fayetteville company for the last 25 years needs to fill multiple insulation installer positions. $2000 signing bonus (paid out in three payments; first week $500, 4th week $500, 8th week...

Residential Insulation Technician

  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Insulation technician needed for award winning company. Must be able to -work in tight spaces -lift up to 50 lbs -climb ladders -get along with other team members -speak to clients This position...

Installer-Spray Foam

  • Windsor, CT
  • 14 hours ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 14 hours ago

About Your Future with TruTeam Are you looking for a career with an industry leader that drives the future of energy-efficient insulation and building material products? Is being part of a company...

Insulation Installer

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 19 hours ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 19 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Loading and logging materials onto a truck Erect scaffolding or ladders to the height needed Cut the insulation materials to size and install them in frames, ceilings, attics,...

Insulation Installer - EXPERIENCED

  • Courtenay, BC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Courtenay, BC
  • 23 hours ago

A busy attic and crawlspace insulation business is seeking a part time insulation contractor who is experience with installing loose fill insulation in attics, crawlspace batting insulation in...

Insulation Installer

  • SC
  • 1 day ago
  • SC
  • 1 day ago

Competitive Weekly Pay Fiberglass Insulation Installer Top Pay, Insurance, Medical, Vision, and Dental Vacation Paid, Training on Site, Retention Quarterly Bonus More than 40 hrs a week Career...

Insulation Installer

  • Winter Park, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Winter Park, FL
  • 1 day ago

About Your Future with TruTeam Are you looking for a career with an industry leader that drives the future of energy-efficient insulation and building material products? Is being part of a company...

Insulation Installer

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 1 day ago

About Your Future with TruTeam Are you looking for a career with an industry leader that drives the future of energy-efficient insulation and building material products? Is being part of a company...

Insulation Installers

  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 1 day ago

Macomb Counties leading insulation company is looking for more good people. We will provide ALL the installer training you'll need! Experience with installing insulation and blown insulation a...

Foam Insulation Installer

  • Duncan, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Duncan, SC
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Blue Ridge Building Products is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Spray Foam Specialist to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Safely and efficiently install spray foam...

Spray Foam Installer

  • Columbus, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 2 days ago

Looking to build a career with a leader in energy-efficient insulation and building material solutions? This is your opportunity to join a company recognized as a "Great Place to Work," where...

Hiring Experienced Spray Foam Installers

  • Airmont, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Airmont, NY
  • 3 days ago

Hiring 2 Sprayers with experience spraying Open and Closed Cell Spray Foam. We use Graco Equipment. Great Bonuses based on sets sprayed. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Se buscan...

Insulation Worker

  • Haverhill, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 3 days ago

Insulation Production Worker Job Description Join our dynamic production and fabrication teams to design and build innovative products. As a General Production Worker, you will utilize your...

Insulation Installer

  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Riviera Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago

American Residential Products craigslist - Map data OpenStreetMap 1982B Avenue L (google map) compensation: Piece rate employment type: full-time job title: Insulation installer American...

Insulation Worker Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Strengthening Community Health Worker Programs
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COVID-19 Training for Healthcare Workers
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Insulation and Refractories
Benefits of the course 1. How Insulation is beneficialHow Insulation works, what are benefits of Insulation. What is heat transfer mechanism of Insulation like role of conduction, convection and...

Salary for Insulation Worker Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Insulation Worker positions.



Highest Education Level

Insulation Workers offer the following education background
High School or GED
44.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.8%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
Master's Degree
5.0%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Insulation Workers
None
37.9%
2-4 years
22.6%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
1-2 years
16.1%
10+ years
4.1%
8-10 years
1.5%


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