Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall
What is an Insulation Worker, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall?
Insulation workers specializing in floors, ceilings, and walls are skilled tradespeople who install and repair insulation materials in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Their primary responsibility is to enhance energy efficiency by reducing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer, contributing to increased comfort and lower energy costs. Insulation workers select appropriate insulating materials, such as fiberglass, foam boards, or spray foam, based on specific building requirements and local climate conditions. They work in a variety of settings, including attics, crawl spaces, basements, and interior walls, often utilizing tools such as saws, knives, and staplers to cut and position insulation materials correctly. Safety is paramount in this profession, as workers are frequently exposed to chemicals, dust, and unstable working environments. A strong understanding of building codes, energy efficiency standards, and insulation properties is essential, along with the ability to read and interpret blueprints or specifications. Overall, insulation workers play a crucial role in creating energy-efficient structures that support sustainability and comfort for occupants.
Tasks
- Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, power saws, knives, or scissors.
- Fit, wrap, staple, or glue insulating materials to structures or surfaces, using hand tools or wires.
- Cover and line structures with blown or rolled forms of materials to insulate against cold, heat, or moisture, using saws, knives, rasps, trowels, blowers, or other tools and implements.
- Distribute insulating materials evenly into small spaces within floors, ceilings, or walls, using blowers and hose attachments, or cement mortars.
- Move controls, buttons, or levers to start blowers and regulate flow of materials through nozzles.
Technology Skills
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Data base user interface and query software
- CMSN FieldPAK
- Comput-Ability Mechanical Insulation Key Estimator
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Electronic mail software
- Microsoft Outlook
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
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Operating system software
- Microsoft Windows
Tools Used
- Staple guns
- Utility knives
- Shears
- Filtering machinery
- Hazardous material protective apparel
Knowledge
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Building and Construction
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
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Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Skills
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
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Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Abilities
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Extent Flexibility
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
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Manual Dexterity
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
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Multilimb Coordination
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
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Gross Body Equilibrium
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
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Trunk Strength
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Less than high school diploma
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Post-secondary certificate
Awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
Work Activities
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Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
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Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
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Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Detailed Work Activities
- Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials.
- Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly.
- Install insulation in equipment or structures.
- Load materials into construction equipment.
- Apply sealants or other protective coatings.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$33210.0 - $78000.0
New job opportunities are likely in the future. : Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.