We Build HEAT & FROST INSULATORS
Heat & Frost Insulators install and maintain insulation on pipes, ductwork, and equipment to control temperature, prevent energy loss, and enhance safety in buildings and industrial facilities. They specialize in thermal, fireproofing, and soundproofing insulation, ensuring systems operate efficiently and meet safety standards. Their work is crucial for energy conservation and environmental protection.
APPLICATION INFO.Length of Apprenticeship:
5 Years
Heat & Frost Insulators Apprenticeship Training Center (Local 17)
8520 Spring Creek Drive
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Phone: 708-468-8000
What You’ll Do on the Jobsite:
- As a Heat & Frost Insulator, you will install thermal insulation on pipes, ductwork, and equipment to control temperature and improve energy efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
- You will install fireproofing materials to structural elements, such as steel beams and columns, to prevent fire spread and enhance building safety.
- You may work on soundproofing projects, installing materials that reduce noise transmission in buildings, particularly in theaters, recording studios, and office spaces.
- In industrial settings, you will insulate high-temperature pipes and equipment, ensuring the safety and efficiency of operations in facilities like power plants and chemical plants.
- You perform routine maintenance and repairs on existing insulation systems, ensuring they continue to function effectively and efficiently over time.
What You’ll Learn in the Apprenticeship Program:
- As a Heat and Frost Insulator apprentice, you will learn how to install various types of insulation, including thermal, fireproofing, and soundproofing materials, ensuring that buildings and industrial systems are energy-efficient and safe.
- The program teaches the principles of building science, including heat transfer, condensation control, and energy conservation, giving you the knowledge to apply insulation effectively.
- You will gain experience working with a variety of insulation materials such as fiberglass, mineral wool, foam, and reflective insulation, learning the best practices for each type.
- Receive extensive safety training, ensuring that you can perform your job safely and responsibly.
- You will learn to read and interpret blueprints, construction plans, and insulation specifications, enabling you to accurately determine where and how insulation should be applied.
A career as a Heat and Frost Insulator offers strong demand in the construction and industrial sectors, with a focus on energy efficiency and safety. It provides a stable, hands-on profession with opportunities for specialization in a trade that is critical to modern building systems.
APPLICATION INFO.