insulation applicator

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work site environment:

• Dusty.
• Hot.

Work setting:

• Construction.
• Commercial.
• Installation.
• Residential.

Willing to relocate.

Tasks:

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements .
• 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.
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Driver's License.

Area of specialization:

Spraying and blowing insulation.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Driver's validity licence check.

Transportation/travel information:

• Valid driver's licence.
• Vehicle supplied by employer.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Own tools/equipment:

Steel-toed safety boots.

Screening questions:

Do you have experience working in this field?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Other benefits:

• Learning/training paid by employer.
• Transportation provided by employer.

Support for newcomers and refugees:

Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees .

Support for youths:

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.

Support for Indigenous people:

• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers .
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers .

Supports for visible minorities:

• Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees.
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities.