Insulation Workers, Mechanical: 
Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain temperature.
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About the Job
| Primary Industry | Architecture and Construction |
| Indiana Average Salary | $68,162.00 |
| Average Time to Fill | 35 days |
| Typical Education | High school equivalency |
| Typical Experience | None |
| Current Openings | |
| 2 Year Projected Openings (2016-2018) | 143 |
| 2 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2018) | 3.81 % |
| 10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) | 616 |
| 10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) | 2.83 % |
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Top Job Duties and Responsibilities
Performing General Physical Activities
Build structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting
Install siding or sheeting materials
Install drywall, plasterboard, or wallboard
Review construction specifications
Install construction support structures such as lathing, back up frames, or metal studs
Repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting
Install insulating materials
Fit construction materials such as wood
Join wood or other construction materials
Mark reference points or cutting lines on workpieces
Erect scaffold on work site
Move heavy objects in installation, maintenance, or repair work
Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas
Stack containers, materials, or products
Climb ladders, scaffolding, and structures to reach work
Install siding or sheeting materials
Install drywall, plasterboard, or wallboard
Review construction specifications
Install construction support structures such as lathing, back up frames, or metal studs
Repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting
Install insulating materials
Fit construction materials such as wood
Join wood or other construction materials
Mark reference points or cutting lines on workpieces
Erect scaffold on work site
Move heavy objects in installation, maintenance, or repair work
Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas
Stack containers, materials, or products
Climb ladders, scaffolding, and structures to reach work
Handling and Moving Objects
Apply adhesives, caulking, or sealants
Apply protective sealants or coatings
Apply adhesives to construction materials
Cut flexible flooring material such as carpet, vinyl, or linoleum
Don/Doff installation, maintenance, or repair related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Load materials into construction equipment
Prepare surfaces for finishing
Shape construction materials such as wood
Cut construction material
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured mechanical products, engines, or machinery by hand
Apply protective sealants or coatings
Apply adhesives to construction materials
Cut flexible flooring material such as carpet, vinyl, or linoleum
Don/Doff installation, maintenance, or repair related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Load materials into construction equipment
Prepare surfaces for finishing
Shape construction materials such as wood
Cut construction material
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured mechanical products, engines, or machinery by hand
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| Skill or Certification | Certi - fication | Certification | Hard to Fill | Expensive to Fill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wiring | ||||
| Insulating Materials | ||||
| Boilers | ||||
| Pipe Insulation | ||||
| Industrial Engineering Industry Expertise | ||||
| Spray Foam (Insulation) | ||||
| Sealants | ||||
| Materials Transport | ||||
| Sheet Metal Installation |
