Job Summary
At Koala Insulation of Kitchener-Waterloo we are looking for a motivated, experienced Insulation Installer to join our insulation team in completing our most complex jobs. Koala Insulation is an insulation contractor providing high-quality insulation services to homeowners, contractors, and property owners. To learn more, visit www.koalainsulation.com/ca/Kitchener-Waterloo.
This position within the company is expected to consistently perform high-quality insulation installations in attics and crawlspaces. In addition, this role is responsible for identifying and correcting spray foam issues and providing coaching to more junior installers. Your performance will depend on your entire team’s quality, safety, and efficiency. Therefore, it will be important for you to help other members of your crew perform at a high level.
Responsibilities
1. Safety: Adheres to jobsite safety in accordance with all federal, state, and local occupational and health and safety laws. Ensures that rig is safely driven to jobsite locations. Knowledgeable in spray polyurethane foam safety protocol and willing to obtain CPI Certification within 90 days of employment.
2. Operations: Removes and installs spray polyurethane foam based on specifications of each job. Follows standard operation procedures with equipment set up and operation. Completes a high quality job while maintaining efficiency. Has working knowledge of all types of insulation installation (blown-in, spray foam, and battes) and consistently performs quality checks.
3. Technical: Diagnoses and resolves spray foam issues. Has knowledge of how to break down and clean a spray foam gun as well as how to troubleshoot actual chemical issues.
4. Customer Service: Communicates professionally with customer. Maintains a professional image and thoroughly cleans jobsite upon completion of the job.
5. Other: Continuous improvement of customer service, quality, efficiency, and safety. Provides instruction and training to junior team members. Communicates any issues to Operations Manager. Performs other related duties as required.
- Measure and cut insulation materials to fit specific areas.
- Install insulation on walls, ceilings, pipes, and ducts as per specifications.
- Ensure proper sealing of insulation materials to prevent air leaks.
- Collaborate with other construction professionals to complete projects efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Follow all safety guidelines and protocols while on the job site.
- Inspect completed work for quality assurance and compliance with industry standards.
Experience
- Previous experience in insulation installation or related construction work is preferred.
- Familiarity with various types of insulation materials (e.g., fiberglass, foam, cellulose).
- Knowledge of safety regulations and practices in construction environments.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
We encourage candidates who are motivated, reliable, and eager to contribute to our team's success to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Insulator.
Required Skills/ Abilities
- Excellent time management.
- Ability to troubleshoot, operate, and maintain equipment.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- CPI Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
Education/ Experience
- High school diploma
- Experience in insulation will be a plus! Preference is for experience in both new construction and retrofit applications.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of walking, standing, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and crawling.
- Working environment may be subject to high temperatures, confined spaces, dust/dirt, hazardous chemicals, and heights.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Mileage reimbursement
Work Location: In person
