Insulators/Insulation Workers

Employers

Approximately 62,600 insulation workers are employed in the United States. Most insulators work for insulation contractors and other construction companies. Some work for wholesale and retail outlets, government agencies, the shipbuilding industry, and industries that use large amounts of heat, coolants, and power (such as utilities, chemical plants, nuclear power plants, and petroleum refineries). Some are self-employed.

The largest number of mechanical insulators are employed in Texas, New York, Ohio, North Carolina, and Michigan. Floor, ceiling, and wall insulation workers can find the most jobs in Texas, New York, Florida, Ohio, and North Carolina.

Starting Out

Aspiring insulation workers enter the field by applying to apprenticeship programs or by working as a helper to an experienced insulator. You can learn more about job opportunities by contacting an insulation contractor in your area or a local trade union.