Job description
Insulation Technician
Blown Right Insulation is a growing insulation company looking for an experienced Insulation Technician to join our team.
Our current workload consists primarily of residential retrofit projects, including attic insulation, insulation removal, air sealing, ventilation improvements, and wall insulation. However, our technicians may also work on residential new construction, additions, remodels, multifamily properties, and commercial insulation projects as our company continues to grow.
We are looking for someone with previous insulation and attic experience who understands that insulation work can involve much more than simply blowing material into an attic. Depending on the project, technicians may perform removal, air sealing, ventilation, batt installation, blown insulation, dense packing, net-and-blow, wet-spray cellulose, foam board installation, and other building-envelope work.
As a small and growing company, our workload and project types can vary. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with that environment and wants the opportunity to grow with the company.
Compensation
This position is paid based on the total applicable square footage of each completed job:
- Insulation Installation: $0.15 per sq. ft.
- Insulation Removal: $0.20 per sq. ft.
Example – 1,000 Sq. Ft. Removal & Installation
- Insulation removal: $200
- New insulation installation: $150
- Total production pay: $350
Compensation is production-based rather than based on a guaranteed number of weekly hours. Actual earnings will depend on project size, project type, workload, and the number of scheduled projects.
Work Schedule & Job Volume
This is a variable-schedule position. Candidates should understand that the number and size of projects can change from week to week and throughout the year.
Our current workload typically averages approximately 3–5 projects per week from April through August. During our busier season, generally September through March, workload may increase to approximately 5–8 projects per week.
These numbers are provided to give applicants a realistic understanding of our current workload and are not a guarantee of a specific number of projects, hours, or weekly earnings.
As the company grows, project volume and the types of projects we perform may also change.
Types of Work
Technicians may work on:
- Existing residential homes and retrofit projects
- Attic insulation and removal projects
- Residential additions and remodels
- Residential new construction
- Multifamily properties
- Commercial buildings and projects
- Other insulation and building-envelope projects performed by the company
Installation Responsibilities
Depending on the project, technicians may perform the following:
- Install blown-in fiberglass and cellulose insulation in attics and other approved applications.
- Install fiberglass and mineral wool batt insulation in walls, ceilings, attics, floors, knee walls, and other assemblies.
- Install dense-pack cellulose in existing wall and ceiling cavities using drill-and-fill and other approved methods.
- Install net-and-blow insulation systems in open wall and ceiling cavities.
- Install wet-spray cellulose in open wall assemblies.
- Measure, cut, fit, and install rigid foam board insulation.
- Install insulation to specified depths, densities, coverage requirements, and R-values.
- Properly fit insulation around framing, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and other obstructions.
- Follow company installation standards and manufacturer specifications.
Insulation Removal
Technicians may also perform insulation removal projects, including:
- Remove old, damaged, contaminated, or improperly installed insulation.
- Operate commercial insulation removal vacuums, hoses, and related equipment.
- Work in existing attics containing fiberglass, cellulose, dust, debris, and other materials commonly encountered during insulation removal.
- Bag, contain, and dispose of insulation and debris properly.
- Prepare work areas for air sealing and installation of new insulation.
- Protect finished areas of the customer's property from dust, debris, and damage.
Air Sealing & Ventilation
Our projects frequently include building-envelope improvements in addition to insulation.
Responsibilities may include:
- Air seal top plates, plumbing penetrations, electrical penetrations, wiring penetrations, chases, and other air leakage points.
- Properly seal around appropriate ceiling penetrations and fixtures.
- Install and weatherstrip insulated attic accesses.
- Install soffit ventilation baffles/chutes and maintain proper airflow into attic spaces.
- Install insulation dams and blocking where required.
- Assist with soffit, ridge, roof, and other attic ventilation systems included within the project scope.
- Identify and report potential insulation, moisture, air-sealing, and ventilation concerns to the Site Supervisor.
Job-Site Responsibilities
- Load and unload trucks and trailers with materials, tools, and equipment required for each project.
- Set up and operate insulation blowers, removal vacuums, hoses, generators, ladders, and other equipment.
- Protect floors, walls, furniture, driveways, landscaping, and other customer property before beginning work.
- Work alongside the Site Supervisor and other technicians to complete projects safely and efficiently.
- Safely operate drills, saws, utility knives, caulking guns, staplers, and other hand and power tools.
- Measure and cut insulation materials accurately.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the project.
- Complete job-site cleanup before leaving.
- Help maintain company tools, equipment, trucks, trailers, and hoses.
- Communicate professionally with customers, supervisors, coworkers, builders, contractors, and other trades.
- Follow company safety, installation, quality-control, and customer-service standards.
Experience & Qualifications
Previous insulation experience is strongly preferred.
Because a significant portion of our current business involves existing homes, applicants with residential attic and retrofit insulation experience are especially encouraged to apply.
Experience with any of the following is valuable:
- Blown-in fiberglass and cellulose
- Fiberglass and mineral wool batts
- Insulation removal
- Attic air sealing
- Soffit baffles and attic ventilation
- Dense-pack cellulose
- Drill-and-fill applications
- Net-and-blow systems
- Wet-spray cellulose
- Foam board installation
- Insulation blowers and removal vacuums
- Residential new construction
- Commercial or multifamily insulation
Candidates should also:
- Be comfortable working in attics, crawl spaces, confined spaces, new construction, and active job sites.
- Be able to work in hot and cold conditions.
- Be physically capable of climbing ladders, crawling, bending, lifting materials and equipment, and performing manual labor for extended periods.
- Have experience safely using hand and power tools.
- Have strong attention to detail and take pride in quality workmanship.
- Be dependable and communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
- Be professional and respectful while working in occupied homes and around customers.
- Have reliable transportation to the required meeting or job location.
- Be willing to learn and follow Blown Right Insulation's installation and quality-control standards.
What to Expect
Insulation work can be physically demanding. Depending on the project, technicians may work in existing attics and crawl spaces, occupied homes, new construction, multifamily buildings, or commercial properties.
Existing-home projects may involve heat, cold, dust, old insulation, tight access areas, and physically demanding working conditions. Applicants should be comfortable with these conditions before accepting the position.
Our schedule is based on customer demand and available projects, so weekly hours and earnings may vary. This position is best suited for someone who understands a production-based work environment and is comfortable with a variable schedule.
Blown Right Insulation is a growing small business. As we expand into additional residential, new-construction, multifamily, and commercial opportunities, dependable technicians who demonstrate strong workmanship, productivity, leadership, and professionalism will have opportunities to grow with the company.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $500.00 - $1,200.00 per week
Expected hours: 1.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Tools provided
Application Question(s):
- Do you have reliable transportation to and from the job site?
Work Location: In person
