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There are no formal qualifications to become an insulator, although most employers expect a high school diploma or GED certificate. On-the-job training is standard for floor, ceiling, and wall insulators. However, you need specialized training and certification to work as a mechanical insulator on pipes and ductwork in factories and commercial settings. You can complete an apprenticeship to become a mechanical insulator, and your state may require you to obtain a license to work with hazardous materials. You need stamina and dexterity to work as an insulator, as well as teamwork and communication skills.

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Top Types Of Insulator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Insulator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Pipe Insulator

    Salary range: $40,000 - $52,000

    As a pipe insulator, you install or replace insulation around piping and other mechanical equipment, such as industrial ductwork. Your primary duties and responsibilities are to assess the size and scope of the work, consult with the contractor, project manager, or building owner about the cost of materials and labor, and then complete the job. Pipe insulators need to know the proper type of insulation for each type of job, relevant safety concerns and regulations, and the technical requirements for insulating different types of piping.

  • Industrial Insulation

    Salary range: $36,000 - $47,500

    Industrial Insulation is a common job search query. Most salaries for Industrial Insulation jobs pay between $36,000 (25th percentile) and $47,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Industrial Insulation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Industrial Pipe Insulation

    Salary range: $40,000 - $52,000

    Industrial Pipe Insulation is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Industrial Pipe Insulation jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $52,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Industrial Pipe Insulation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Mechanical Insulator

    Salary range: $50,500 - $66,000

    As a mechanical insulator, your duties are to apply insulation to walls, ducts, and pipes that are part of commercial or residential heating and cooling systems. This may include systems that control manufacturing or energy equipment. Your responsibilities are to assess the scope of the job, measure the dimensions, and follow blueprints. You cut various types of insulation, such as fiberglass, cork, or Styrofoam, which is applied around metal ductwork. You may also remove or repair old equipment. Mechanical insulators often work in small teams and may have some supervisory duties.

  • Per Diem Industrial Insulator

    Salary range: $42,000 - $55,000

    Per Diem Industrial Insulator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Per Diem Industrial Insulator jobs pay between $42,000 (25th percentile) and $55,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Per Diem Industrial Insulator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Pipe Insulation

    Salary range: $40,000 - $52,000

    Pipe Insulation is a common job search query. Most salaries for Pipe Insulation jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $52,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Pipe Insulation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Insulator Per Diem

    Salary range: $42,000 - $55,000

    Insulator Per Diem is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Insulator Per Diem jobs pay between $42,000 (25th percentile) and $55,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Insulator Per Diem job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Insulator Salary

    Salary range: $42,000 - $55,000

    Insulator Salary is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Insulator Salary jobs pay between $42,000 (25th percentile) and $55,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Insulator Salary job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Per Diem Insulation

    Salary range: $36,000 - $47,500

    Per Diem Insulation is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Per Diem Insulation jobs pay between $36,000 (25th percentile) and $47,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Per Diem Insulation job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Industrial Insulation Foreman

    Salary range: $50,500 - $68,000

    Industrial Insulation Foreman is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Industrial Insulation Foreman jobs pay between $50,500 (25th percentile) and $68,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Industrial Insulation Foreman job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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