HEAT & FROST INSULATORS and
ASBESTOS WORKERS
What is a Heat & Frost Insulator and Asbestos Worker?
Today, energy conservation efforts within the construction industry aim at increasing operational efficiency and reducing fuel costs. These efforts have led to the insulation of virtually every commercial and industrial building’s furnaces, boilers, pipes and ducts. Insulation is a tremendous energy tool. Trained insulation mechanics are needed to install the insulation and weatherproofing materials. Insulators must be mechanically inclined and enjoy working with mathematical formulas that are needed to fabricate the insulation for the piping and ducts.
Working with both your hands and mind, both indoors and outdoors, in all temperatures and weather conditions, will prove to be a challenge in today’s construction industry.
What are the program specifics?
· Length of program – 5 years
· School and on-the-job training
· Starting pay – 70% journeyman wage
How do I qualify?
· At least 18 years of age
· Possess a high school diploma or GED
· Valid driver’s license
· Reliable transportation
What will be helpful to succeed?
· Math courses
· Industrial Arts
· Mechanical drafting
· Blueprint reading
Where do I apply?
Glen Grosardt
Joint Apprenticeship and Training Program
Asbestos Workers Local No. 8
4850 Madison Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
(513) 221-5969