Pipe Coverer/Insulator

JOB CODE: 23410C

JOB TITLE: PIPE COVERER/INSULATOR

LOCATION: NAS JACKSONVILLE

TYPE: FULL-TIME, FIRST SHIFT

FLSA: SCA/NON-EXEMPT

RATE OF PAY: $35.43 PER HOUR + UP TO $13.32 PER HOUR H&W

GRADE: UNION

WORKER'S COMP CODE: 5183

POST DATE: OCTOBER 30, 2026

JOB REQUISTION: JBOS-2026-0021

Supervises: Does not supervise

Summary: May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employee's current rate.

Duties/Essential Functions: Covers pipes, valves, and fittings on steam and HVAC systems with insulation to reduce loss or absorption of heat, prevent moisture condensation, and to deaden sound. Includes installation of metal and non-metal jackets, and installation of detachable insulation for valves and fittings. Applies insulating material to exposed surfaces of structures, such as air ducts, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks, and cold storage rooms. Uses a wide variety of techniques to install many different kinds of insulation. These techniques include stapling, taping, spraying, cementing, and fastening with wire bands. Workers measure and cut insulation material to the proper size and shape, then fasten it using one of these methods. Covers the insulation with another material, such as sheet metal, to protect it from being damaged by weather or other forces. When insulating pipes, insulation workers stretch the material open along a lengthwise cut and then slip it over the pipe. Some insulation materials can be harmful if handled improperly, must be careful to follow appropriate handling guidelines. When the old insulation is made of hazardous material such as asbestos, the insulation workers must enlist the services of a specially trained hazardous materials removal worker. Reads blueprints, selects insulation material (in sheet, tubular, or roll form), such as fiberglass, foam rubber, styrofoam, cork, or urethane, based on material's heat retaining or excluding characteristics. Brushes adhesives on or attaches metal adhesive-backed pins to flat surfaces as necessary to facilitate application of insulation material. Measures and cuts insulation material to specified size and shape for covering flat or round surfaces, using tape measure, knife, or scissors. Fits, wraps, or attaches required insulation material around or to structure, following blueprint specifications. Covers or seals insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to structure, according to type of insulation used and structure covered, using staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.

Marginal Functions: Performs other duties and preventive and corrective maintenance as directed.

Qualifications:

Education

• Minimum - High school or equivalent
• Desired - None

Experience

• Minimum - Experience in all facets of insulating steam piping and fittings, chiller lines and chillers, duct wrap and other mechanical/ piping insulation, and installing metal and non-metal jackets
• Desired - Knowledge of and experience with asbestos removal

Skills

• Minimum - Ability to use hand and power tools
• Desired - None

Certificate/License/Registration, etc.

• Minimum - Valid Driver's License
• Desired - None

Apply on our website: www.kikiktagruk.com/careers

Disclaimer:

This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to KIC Shareholders and their Descendants. Successful candidates must adhere to KIC's Drug and Alcohol policy/testing requirements and may be required to pass a background and/or Motor Vehicle Records check. The salary range for this position is based on several factors, including relevant experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.