Insulation Installer

Job summary

Measure and prepare work areas, install insulation and vapor barriers, apply sealants, and perform basic firestopping and soundproofing on residential, commercial, and institutional sites. Follow safety procedures, coordinate with supervisors and other trades, inspect and adjust completed work, maintain clean work areas, and complete basic project documentation.

Job details

Company Description Van Can Insulation Ltd. is a professional insulation and firestopping contractor based in Surrey, British Columbia, serving residential, commercial, and institutional projects across the province. The company provides a full range of services, including insulation installation and removal, spray foam and blow-in insulation, firestopping, soundproofing, vapor barrier installation, and energy-efficiency solutions. The team is committed to high-quality workmanship, building safety, energy conservation, and reliable project delivery. Van Can Insulation Ltd. supports projects from home renovations to large-scale developments, helping improve comfort, reduce energy loss, control noise, and enhance overall building performance. Service areas include Surrey, Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Langley, Coquitlam, Abbotsford, Kelowna, Kamloops, and other communities across British Columbia. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Insulation Installer role based in the Greater Abbotsford–Mission Metropolitan Area. The Insulation Installer will measure and prepare work areas, install various types of insulation materials (including batt, blown-in, and spray foam), and apply vapor barriers and sealants to meet building codes and energy-efficiency standards. Daily tasks include loading and unloading materials, setting up tools and equipment, following safety procedures, and coordinating with supervisors and other trades on residential, commercial, and institutional job sites. The role involves inspecting completed work for quality, performing minor repairs or adjustments, maintaining a clean work area, and completing basic documentation related to projects and materials used. Qualifications Hands-on skills in installing batt, blown-in, and spray foam insulation, including cutting, fitting, and securing materials in walls, ceilings, and floors. Ability to apply vapor barriers, seal gaps and penetrations, and perform basic firestopping and soundproofing work according to specifications. Knowledge of construction site safety practices, use of ladders and scaffolding, and safe handling of tools and equipment. Basic understanding of building codes, insulation standards, and energy-efficiency principles relevant to residential and commercial projects. Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks, lift and carry materials, work in confined spaces or at heights, and tolerate varying weather conditions. Strong attention to detail, ability to follow instructions and drawings, and commitment to quality workmanship and reliable project execution. Effective communication skills, ability to work collaboratively with crew members and supervisors, and willingness to learn new methods and products. Previous experience in insulation, construction, or a related trade is an asset; a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred.

What you’ll do

Measure and prepare work areas, install insulation and vapor barriers, apply sealants, and perform basic firestopping and soundproofing on residential, commercial, and institutional sites. Follow safety procedures, coordinate with supervisors and other trades, inspect and adjust completed work, maintain clean work areas, and complete basic project documentation.

Requirements

Candidates should have hands-on ability to install batt, blown-in, and spray foam insulation and apply vapor barriers, sealants, and basic firestopping or soundproofing. They should understand construction safety and basic building standards, be physically able to perform demanding site work, communicate and collaborate effectively, and demonstrate attention to detail; related experience is an asset, while a driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Quality Inspection · Preferred
• Material Handling · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Batt Insulation Installation
• Blown-In Insulation Installation
• Spray Foam Insulation Installation
• Cutting and Fitting Insulation
• Vapor Barrier Installation
• Sealing Gaps and Penetrations
• Firestopping
• Soundproofing
• Construction Site Safety
• Tool and Equipment Handling
• Building Code Knowledge
• Quality Inspection
• Following Plans and Instructions
• Teamwork
• Material Handling

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Environmental & Sustainability