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Marine Insulator

Job duties include but not limited to: Apply insulation and covering to piping/machinery for water systems, AC, refrigeration, and steam machinery, bulkheads and overheads. Responsible for handling and applying rubber, fiberglass hullboard, pipe sections made of fiberglass or calcium silicate, fiberglass tape/cloth, adhesives and Tempmatt. Ability to read and understand blueprints Be sufficient in the application of lagging cloth, the use of band saw, stud guns and any other necessary power equipment Must be able to survey and design the appropriate insulation systems for any given application Requirements include: Experience in a shipyard is required. At least 3-5 years of experience in Marine Insulation Skilled with hand-tools such as knives, wire cutters, saws, and tape measures High school diploma or GED equivalent Be reliable and punctual Must have reliable transportation Must be able to get to work in inclement weather, early morning starts, work nights, weekends and holidays as needed

Category: Skilled and Entry Level Shipyard Labor

Information
NOTE: The following description is a GENERAL Overview of this career and not a description of a particular job posting.

The path to a shipyard career often begins with a position as a Firewatch, Trade Helper or Apprentice. Apprentice programs are rigorous and workers are often more successful if they begin in an entry-level position first to obtain some key critical skills and knowledge such as:
- Learning the words and terms used in shipyards that aren't used in other workplaces
- Learning about basic tools and their proper use
- Learning about the variety of trades jobs available so the worker can choose a position best suited to their interests
Education
These occupations usually require a high school diploma.

Job Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Qualifications
Candidates must have 6-8 years of experience in their trade for first class tradesmen positions.

Entry-level jobs require a minimum of 6-12 months experience working in a shipyard environment.