Insulation Installer

Work setting

• Construction
• Repair
• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Select type of insulation required
• 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
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
• Remove asbestos, ceramic fibres, lead and mould and urea-formaldehyde insulation materials from buildings