Offshore Insulator/Carpenter

Main Purpose

The Offshore Insulator/Carpenter removes, installs, and repairs insulation on piping, ductwork, and mechanical systems on offshore platforms in the Gulf of America (GOA), previously known as the Gulf of Mexico.

Essential Functions

• Remove, install and repair insulation on piping, ductwork, and mechanical systems (tanks, heat exchangers, vessels)
• Fabricate and install wool blankets for valves, flanges, and piping
• Measure, cut, remove, and install sheet metal with both bands and screws
• Familiar with different types of insulation/applications: cal-sil, foam glass, perlite, etc.
• Work with blueprints, ISO, P&ID drawings, & insulation specifications
• Insulation take-off using drawings and or BOM
• Travel offshore via helicopter or boat
• Keep a clean work environment and provide quality workmanship
• Demonstrates a safety-first mindset and adhere to established safety protocols
• Participate in pre-job meetings
• Help as a rigger/fire-watch when needed
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting and bending
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of offshore carpentry/insulation experience
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
• Must be able to pass background checks to company policy
• Reliable transportation to and from the heliport/crew change location
• Valid TWIC card

Desirable Experience/Training

• Highschool diploma or GED
• Strong Communication Skills

Tools, Equipment, and Technology:

• Insulation, wool blankets, and other power tools used for offshore insulation and carpentry

Environmental Conditions

80 to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc.

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.