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Insulator - Apprentice - Maintenance Project Type: Maintenance Project Location: CNRL Wolf Lake Shift: Day Schedule: 7 Days On and 7 Days Off Accommodations: Local Only Travel Details: $30 OR $40 Per ...

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How much do apprentice insulator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for apprentice insulator in Alberta is $19.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an apprentice insulator?

An Apprentice Insulator assists in installing and maintaining insulation materials to control temperature and reduce energy loss in buildings and industrial settings. They work under the supervision of experienced insulators, learning to measure, cut, and apply insulation to various surfaces such as pipes, ducts, and walls. The role often involves handling materials like fiberglass, foam, and mineral wool while following safety protocols. Apprentices gain hands-on experience and may complete a formal training program to become a certified journeyman insulator.

What does an apprentice insulator do?

As an Apprentice Insulator, your daily responsibilities typically include measuring and cutting insulation materials, installing insulation on pipes, ducts, or walls, and assisting journeymen or supervisors with more complex tasks. You'll also spend time preparing worksites, cleaning up debris, and ensuring safety protocols are followed throughout the project. This hands-on training enables you to learn industry best practices while developing the skills needed to advance in the insulation trade. Working closely with experienced team members, you'll also gain insights into different insulation techniques and project requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apprentice insulator?

To thrive as an Apprentice Insulator, you need basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or GED, with a willingness to learn on the job. Familiarity with hand and power tools, safety gear, and possibly OSHA safety certifications are commonly required. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team are highly valued soft skills in this field. These strengths are crucial for ensuring installations are performed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards in various construction or industrial settings.

How long is an apprentice insulator apprenticeship?

An apprentice insulator apprenticeship typically lasts about 3 to 4 years, combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction. During this period, apprentices learn insulation techniques, safety protocols, and may earn certifications such as OSHA safety training.

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Insulator - Apprentice - Maintenance

Jardeg-Construction

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Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

 
Position: Insulator - Apprentice - Maintenance 
 
Project Type: Maintenance
 
Project Location: CNRL Wolf Lake 
 
Shift: Day 
 
Schedule: 7 Days On and 7 Days Off 
 
Accommodations: Local Only
 
Travel Details: $30 OR $40 Per Work Day
 
GC: Graham
 
Allied Partner: Quinn Construction Ltd.
 
Reference Number: 32112 
 
 

Jardeg is currently recruiting a Local 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Insulator to join the esteemed team for maitenance work at CNRL Wolf Lake near Bonnyville, Alberta.

CNRL Wolf Lake is an In-Situ Thermal site, and you’ll enjoy a well-structured 7-days-on and 7-days-off rotation, with 11-hour workdays, complete with three 15-minute breaks (10am/12 noon/3pm - two paid and one unpaid) and 5% RRSP

Insulators apply, remove and repair thermal and acoustical insulation (e.g., calcium silicate, glass foam, mineral wool, Styrofoam, fiberglass) on all types of industrial equipment (e.g., duct piping, heat exchangers, tanks, vessels).

This is a Local Only position for candidates that live in the Bonnyville/Cold Lake area

Responsibilities:

  • Demonstrate the installation, fitting, fabrication and attachment of insulation, finishing and weatherproofing materials to a high standard of workmanship 
  • Measure and cut insulating material to required dimensions using hand and power tools
  • install soundproofing systems; recognize insulation and air barrier systems, materials and their application.

Requirements:

  • 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Insulator Ticket OR Proof of Journeyperson Hours
  • H2S Alive
  • CSTS 2020
  • CSO
  • ESC Fall Protection
  • ESC Confined Space

COME AND GET YOUR BOOTS DIRTY!

At Jardeg, we power the workforce behind Graham and its trusted workforce partners, recruiting skilled trades and construction professionals who help deliver complex projects across Canada. If you’re a tradesperson working in Canada, our reach across commercial, infrastructure, and industrial construction - as well as maintenance and turnaround projects - means we offer more than just a job. We offer a lifetime of work.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accessibility modifications are available by request to your recruiter for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

While Jardeg facilitates recruitment, skilled tradespeople are employed by our workforce partners and may be subject to fitness-for-duty requirements to ensure safety on site.

Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from third-party recruitment agencies will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg. 

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