Mechanical Pipe Insulator- Pittsburgh

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a premier custom design build contractor for industrial refrigeration systems, providing design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and service in-house.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Pipe Insulator for industrial projects. This person will be responsible for cutting, fitting, and installing pipe insulation and the components of insulation systems in an industrial setting including vapor barriers, vapor dams, and pipe jacketing (metal & PVC). Advancement opportunities are available. This position requires extensive travel.

Expected Pay: $20-30

Experience Required: 2-3 Years

Per Diem: $65/night (double occupancy)

Lodging: Fully Paid

Travel: Fully Paid

Key Duties:

• Fabricates, installs, and maintains various insulation systems on heavy industrial refrigeration equipment
• Measure, cut, fit, and install insulation and the components of an insulation system such as lagging and banding
• Install polystyrene/polyisocyanurate insulation and PVC/aluminum jacketing on pipes and valves
• Properly use and care for the tools and equipment commonly employed on an industrial job such as bending brakes, band saws, or banding tools among others
• Performs fabrication or modification of prefabricated insulation kits for special purposes such as valves, pipe fittings, and rotating equipment
• Fabricate or altering blankets, shaping or forming foam, or cutting and forming sheet metal jackets to conform with drawings and specifications

Requirements:

• Proficiency in the basic skills of cutting, fitting and installing heavy industrial pipe insulation
• Possesses a basic knowledge and understanding of insulation materials, supports, moisture barriers and jackets commonly used to insulate pipe and equipment
• Must have experience working with aluminum and/or PVC jacketing
• Knowledge of the various methods used to install and repair insulation and the components of insulation systems
• Ability to read and interpret the drawings and specifications as they pertain to insulation
• Possesses current knowledge of insulation and craftsman practices
• Companies are a tobacco-free workplace and, as such, no tobacco products are allowed during the workday on the jobsite(s).
• Position requires pre-employment drug screening, felony screening, and DUI screening
• As a representative of the company, individuals should be well groomed and presentable
• Must have valid driver’s license and be capable of driving up to 10 hours in a day
• Extensive travel required (typical tour is from the Tuesday of the 1st week to the Thursday of the 2nd week, with 10-12 hour days)
• Ability to see and hear industrial equipment as it moves around the jobsite
• Requires working in very hot (above 100F) or very cold (below 10F) temperatures and the ability to wear all required safety PPE in these conditions
• This position is a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment and regular drug testing
• Position requires pre-employment background check and drug screening. If you have had a DUI in the last 5 years, you will not be hired.

Benefits:

• Retirement plan; company matches dollar for dollar up to 15%
• Health insurance; company pays 75% of the premiums for employee/family
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Weekly pay
• Competitive vacation & holiday pay, floating holidays
• Supplemental insurance available (Aflac)
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• Accidental death/dismemberment coverage after one year of employment
• Life insurance coverage after one year of employment
• Employee referral incentives
• Opportunities for advancement, professional development, training opportunities, and apprenticeship programs available
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental vehicles, and other company discounts for eligible positions