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Insulator

Insulator

Industry
🏗️Construction
Jobs per Year
181
Avg Houston Wage
$17

Career Overview

Insulation workers keep homes and buildings in ideal temperature conditions by installing insulation material in walls and around pipes. They often review blueprints to determine the exact amount and type of insulation needed for a job site.

As an insulation worker, you have access to apprenticeships that offer on-the-job training (OTJ) and paid hands-on experience. You are also able to advance to a supervisor position through experience.

Requirements

Short-term training
Driver's license

Skills & Qualities

Successful professionals in this field typically have:

Work outside
Constant travel
Physical strength
Work at heights

Career Path & Growth

This career offers clear progression opportunities as you gain experience and additional certifications:

1
Entry Level

Trainee / Apprentice

Start your career with on-the-job training and mentorship

$15 - $19/hr
2
Experienced

Experienced Professional

Work independently with advanced skills and certifications

$26 - $29/hr
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