A loft and cavity insulation technician works as part of a team insulating the walls of new and existing buildings, and laying loft insulation to meet industry safety standards and customer requirements.
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The figures below are only a guide. Actual pay rates may vary, depending on:
Starting salaries are around £7.50 to £8.00 an hour rising to around £10.00 an hour after training. With experience this can rise to around £14.00 an hour. You can also earn commission and bonuses on top of this. Some companies also provide a van.
Self-employed cavity wall insulators are paid by the square metre and tender for the contracts in competition with rival insulating firms.
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Vacancies are with energy companies and small insulation companies. Look for jobs in the local press, in Jobcentre Plus offices and on the 'Find a job' service on the GOV.UK website.
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You need to be able to:
The following organisations may be able to provide further information.
British Board of Agrement (BBA)
Tel: 01923 665300
Website:
http://www.bbacerts.co.uk
BSI British Standards
Tel: 0345 086 9001
E-mail:
cservices@bsigroup.com
Website:
http://www.bsigroup.com/en-GB
GoConstruct
Website:
https://www.goconstruct.org
Twitter:
@GoConstructUK
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/goconstructuk