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Insulation Workers, Mechanical

SOC 47-2132.00

Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain temperature.

Zone 2 Construction and Extraction

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Critical Thinking

3.2

Coordination

3.2

Active Listening

3.1

Speaking

3.0

Monitoring

3.0

Social Perceptiveness

3.0

Time Management

3.0

Reading Comprehension

2.9

Knowledge Areas 8

Mathematics

3.5

Mechanical

3.4

Building and Construction

3.4

Customer and Personal Service

3.2

English Language

3.2

Public Safety and Security

3.2

Education and Training

3.2

Administration and Management

3.1

Key Tasks

1Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.

2Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.

3Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.

4Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage.

5Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.

Also Known As

Air Conditioning Insulation Installer Blanket Maker Boiler Coverer Commercial Insulator Firestopper Installer Firestopper Technician Heat and Frost Insulator Industrial Insulator Industrial Pipe Insulator Insulation Helper