Heat and Frost Insulators work with commercial and industrial insulation. They install insulation and soundproofing for heating, ventilation, steam generation, process piping and plumbing systems; remove hazardous waste and clean duct systems.

Length of Apprenticeship:
Five (5) years—Minimum of 720 hours of classroom instruction. Apprentices receive 144 hours of classroom instruction per year. (Approximately one class every three weeks.)
Apprentices receive a minimum of 1,600 hours of on-the-job training per year.

Wage Information:
1st year  50% of journeyman wages
2nd year  60% of journeyman wages
3rd year  70% of journeyman wages
4th year  80% of journeyman wages

5th year  90% of journeyman wages
Journeyman Level  100% of journeyman wages

Benefits:
Health Insurance, Pension, Annuity.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a high school diploma or a G.E.D. Certificate.
• Must be physically fit to work in the construction industry.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or in the process of naturalization.
• Must pass an aptitude test.
• Must pass a personal interview.

Working Conditions:
Heat and Frost Insulators work in all types of weather elements with the majority of the work being performed outdoors.