# Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall

> Line and cover structures with insulating materials. May work with batt, roll, or blown insulation materials.
- **Entity Type:** role
- **Schema Version:** role.v1
- **Soc Code:** 47-2131.00
- **Summary:** Line and cover structures with insulating materials. May work with batt, roll, or blown insulation materials.

## Aliases

- Insulation Estimator
- Insulation Installer
- Insulator
- Retrofit Installer
- Attic Blower
- Insulation Mechanic
- Insulation Worker
- Spray Foam Installer
- Warehouse Insulation Worker
- Air Conditioning Insulation Installer
- Blower Insulator
- Ceiling Insulation Blower

## Tasks

| Text | Type | Iwa |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, power saws, knives, or scissors. | Core | 4.A.1.b.3.a |
| Fit, wrap, staple, or glue insulating materials to structures or surfaces, using hand tools or wires. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Cover and line structures with blown or rolled forms of materials to insulate against cold, heat, or moisture, using saws, knives, rasps, trowels, blowers, or other tools and implements. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Distribute insulating materials evenly into small spaces within floors, ceilings, or walls, using blowers and hose attachments, or cement mortars. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Move controls, buttons, or levers to start blowers and regulate flow of materials through nozzles. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Fill blower hoppers with insulating materials. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.f |
| Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic. | Core | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Read blueprints, and select appropriate insulation, based on space characteristics and the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material. | Core | 4.A.1.a.1.b |
| Remove old insulation, such as asbestos, following safety procedures. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.e |
| Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces. | Core | 4.A.3.a.1.g |

## Emerging Tasks


## Activities

| Name | Iwa |
| --- | --- |
| Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements. | 4.A.1.a.1.b |
| Select construction materials. | 4.A.2.b.1.j |
| Measure materials or objects for installation or assembly. | 4.A.1.b.3.a |
| Cut carpet, vinyl or other flexible materials. | 4.A.3.a.2.l |
| Install insulation in equipment or structures. | 4.A.3.a.2.a |
| Apply sealants or other protective coatings. | 4.A.3.a.2.ag |
| Load materials into construction equipment. | 4.A.3.a.1.f |
| Prepare surfaces for finishing. | 4.A.3.a.1.g |
| Apply adhesives to construction materials. | 4.A.3.a.1.g |
| Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas. | 4.A.3.a.1.e |

## Capabilities

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extent Flexibility | ability | 3.88 |
| Manual Dexterity | ability | 3.5 |
| Multilimb Coordination | ability | 3.5 |
| Trunk Strength | ability | 3.38 |
| Gross Body Equilibrium | ability | 3.38 |
| Building and Construction | knowledge | 3.35 |
| Arm-Hand Steadiness | ability | 3.25 |
| Control Precision | ability | 3.25 |
| Visualization | ability | 3.12 |
| Customer and Personal Service | knowledge | 3.04 |
| Mechanical | knowledge | 3.02 |
| Active Listening | essential_skill | 3 |
| Speaking | essential_skill | 3 |
| Critical Thinking | essential_skill | 3 |
| Operation and Control | transferable_skill | 3 |
| Oral Expression | ability | 3 |
| Selective Attention | ability | 3 |
| Finger Dexterity | ability | 3 |
| Static Strength | ability | 3 |
| Stamina | ability | 3 |
| Near Vision | ability | 3 |
| Depth Perception | ability | 3 |
| Speech Clarity | ability | 3 |
| English Language | knowledge | 2.91 |
| Monitoring | essential_skill | 2.88 |
| Coordination | transferable_skill | 2.88 |
| Operations Monitoring | transferable_skill | 2.88 |
| Oral Comprehension | ability | 2.88 |
| Problem Sensitivity | ability | 2.88 |
| Information Ordering | ability | 2.88 |
| Category Flexibility | ability | 2.88 |
| Perceptual Speed | ability | 2.88 |
| Dynamic Strength | ability | 2.88 |
| Gross Body Coordination | ability | 2.88 |
| Far Vision | ability | 2.88 |
| Speech Recognition | ability | 2.88 |
| Administration and Management | knowledge | 2.78 |
| Social Perceptiveness | transferable_skill | 2.75 |
| Complex Problem Solving | transferable_skill | 2.75 |
| Time Management | transferable_skill | 2.75 |

## Skills

| Name | Type |
| --- | --- |
| Visualization | Specialized Skill |
| Microsoft Windows | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Outlook | Common Skill |
| Microsoft Excel | Common Skill |
| Finger Dexterity | Common Skill |
| Depth Perception | Common Skill |
| Critical Thinking | Common Skill |
| Active Listening | Common Skill |
| English Language | Common Skill |
| Speech Recognition | Specialized Skill |
| Information Ordering | Specialized Skill |
| Time Management | Common Skill |
| Social Perceptiveness | Common Skill |
| Complex Problem Solving | Common Skill |
| Reading Comprehension | Common Skill |
| Inductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Deductive Reasoning | Common Skill |
| Active Learning | Common Skill |
| Mathematics | Common Skill |
| Negotiation | Common Skill |
| Instructing | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Selection | Specialized Skill |
| Writing | Common Skill |
| Physics | Specialized Skill |
| Learning Strategies | Specialized Skill |
| Systems Analysis | Specialized Skill |
| Equipment Maintenance | Specialized Skill |
| Psychology | Specialized Skill |
| Chemistry | Specialized Skill |
| Foreign Language | Common Skill |
| Telecommunications | Specialized Skill |
| Installation | Specialized Skill |
| Geography | Specialized Skill |
| Biology | Specialized Skill |
| Project Management Software | Specialized Skill |

## Tools

| Example | Category | Hot | In Demand |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software | yes | no |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software | yes | no |
| CMSN FieldPAK | Data base user interface and query software | no | no |
| Comput-Ability Mechanical Insulation Key Estimator | Data base user interface and query software | no | no |
| North American Insulation Manufacturers Association NAIMA 3E Plus | Analytical or scientific software | no | no |
| Turtle Creek Software Goldenseal | Project management software | no | no |

## Work Context

| Name | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Spend Time Standing | 4.63 |
| Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection | 4.31 |
| Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls | 4.26 |
| Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams | 4.23 |
| Exposed to Contaminants | 4.12 |
| Time Pressure | 4.04 |
| Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures | 4.03 |
| Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets | 3.99 |
| Freedom to Make Decisions | 3.94 |
| Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team | 3.92 |
| Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings | 3.91 |
| Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled | 3.89 |
| Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions | 3.89 |
| Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions | 3.85 |
| Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions | 3.78 |
| Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable | 3.75 |
| Contact With Others | 3.72 |
| Exposed to High Places | 3.69 |
| In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment | 3.68 |
| Frequency of Decision Making | 3.66 |
| Telephone Conversations | 3.62 |
| Health and Safety of Other Workers | 3.59 |
| Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results | 3.55 |
| Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities | 3.49 |
| Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers | 3.49 |
| Importance of Being Exact or Accurate | 3.49 |
| Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals | 3.47 |
| Outdoors, Under Cover | 3.39 |
| Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling | 3.37 |
| Physical Proximity | 3.33 |
| Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles | 3.26 |
| Spend Time Walking or Running | 3.13 |
| Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body | 3.13 |
| Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance | 2.96 |
| Conflict Situations | 2.95 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Equipment | 2.93 |
| Deal With External Customers or the Public in General | 2.91 |
| Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions | 2.89 |
| Exposed to Hazardous Conditions | 2.66 |
| Consequence of Error | 2.63 |

## Preparation

- **Job Zone:** 2
- **Job Zone Name:** Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
- **Education:** Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
- **Experience:** Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
- **Svp Range:** (Below 6.0)

### Education Distribution

| Label | Percentage |
| --- | --- |
| High School Diploma | 68.21 |
| Less than a High School Diploma | 29.37 |
| Post-Secondary Certificate | 2.42 |

## Person Fit

| Name | Family | Value |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Realistic | career_interest_type | 6.78 |
| Physical/Manual Labor | specific_interest_area | 6.27 |
| Conventional | career_interest_type | 3.97 |
| Construction/Woodwork | specific_interest_area | 2.95 |
| Dependability | work_style | 2.22 |
| Engineering | specific_interest_area | 2.07 |
| Attention to Detail | work_style | 1.92 |
| Transportation/Machine Operation | specific_interest_area | 1.87 |
| Mechanics/Electronics | specific_interest_area | 1.84 |
| Investigative | career_interest_type | 1.78 |
| Cautiousness | work_style | 1.56 |
| Artistic | career_interest_type | 1.3 |
| Mathematics/Statistics | specific_interest_area | 1.13 |
| Applied Arts and Design | specific_interest_area | 1.13 |
| Sales | specific_interest_area | 1.12 |
| Visual Arts | specific_interest_area | 1.11 |

## Related Roles

| Soc Code | Slug | Title | Tier |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 47-2132.00 | role-47-2132-00 | Insulation Workers, Mechanical | Primary-Short |
| 47-2042.00 | role-47-2042-00 | Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | Primary-Short |
| 47-2081.00 | role-47-2081-00 | Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | Primary-Short |
| 47-2181.00 | role-47-2181-00 | Roofers | Primary-Short |
| 47-2211.00 | role-47-2211-00 | Sheet Metal Workers | Primary-Short |
| 47-2161.00 | role-47-2161-00 | Plasterers and Stucco Masons | Primary-Long |
| 47-2021.00 | role-47-2021-00 | Brickmasons and Blockmasons | Primary-Long |
| 47-2044.00 | role-47-2044-00 | Tile and Stone Setters | Primary-Long |
| 47-2152.00 | role-47-2152-00 | Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | Primary-Long |
| 47-2031.00 | role-47-2031-00 | Carpenters | Primary-Long |
| 51-2051.00 | role-51-2051-00 | Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators | Supplemental |
| 47-2041.00 | role-47-2041-00 | Carpet Installers | Supplemental |

## Career Clusters

| Cluster | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Construction | construction |

## Education Level

- **Category:** No formal educational credential

## Study Programs

| Title | Slug |
| --- | --- |
| Construction Trades | construction-trades |

## Market

- **Median Wage:** 48680
- **Mean Wage:** 53440
- **Pct10Wage:** 35950
- **Pct25Wage:** 40270
- **Pct75Wage:** 60420
- **Pct90Wage:** 77160
- **Employment:** 38610
- **Area Title:** U.S.

## Industries


### Top

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Median Wage | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 23 | 23 | Construction | Sector | 36760 | 48590 | 18.07 |
| 238310 | 238310 | Drywall and Insulation Contractors | National industry | 26770 | 47600 | 435.14 |
| 238290 | 238290 | Other Building Equipment Contractors | National industry | 3450 | 52990 | 89.72 |
| 56 | 56 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | Sector | 590 | 48420 | 0.26 |
| 238220 | 238220 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | National industry | 580 | 51060 | 1.83 |
| 238320 | 238320 | Painting and Wall Covering Contractors | National industry | 430 | 50040 | 8.31 |
| 31-33 | 31-33 | Manufacturing | Sector | 360 | 56150 | 0.11 |
| 561320 | 561320 | Temporary Help Services | National industry | 290 | 42990 | 0.44 |
| 54 | 54 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | Sector | 210 | 55540 | 0.08 |
| 62 | 62 | Health Care and Social Assistance | Sector | 180 | 43390 | 0.03 |
| 238210 | 238210 | Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors | National industry | 170 | 63000 | 0.63 |
| 44-45 | 44-45 | Retail Trade | Sector | 160 | 33380 | 0.04 |

### Concentrated

| Naics | Slug | Title | Level | Employment | Lq |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 238310 | 238310 | Drywall and Insulation Contractors | National industry | 26770 | 435.14 |
| 238290 | 238290 | Other Building Equipment Contractors | National industry | 3450 | 89.72 |
| 23 | 23 | Construction | Sector | 36760 | 18.07 |
| 238320 | 238320 | Painting and Wall Covering Contractors | National industry | 430 | 8.31 |
| 238220 | 238220 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | National industry | 580 | 1.83 |
| 238210 | 238210 | Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors | National industry | 170 | 0.63 |
| 561320 | 561320 | Temporary Help Services | National industry | 290 | 0.44 |
| 56 | 56 | Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | Sector | 590 | 0.26 |
- **Count:** 15

## Ai Signals

| Source | Label | Score | Scale | Release |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| frey_osborne | Computerization probability | 0.83 | 0-1 probability | 2013-baseline-2016-employment-snapshot |
| felten_aioe | AI occupational exposure | -1.618772 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_image_generation_aioe | Image generation occupational exposure | -1.406108 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |
| felten_language_modeling_aioe | Language modeling occupational exposure | -1.509682 | relative exposure score | 2021-plus-generative-ai-workbooks |

## Ai Outlook


### Index

- **Value:** 13
- **Percentile:** 9
- **Band:** Low
- **Version:** ai-exposure-index-v1

#### Components

| Percentile | Source |
| --- | --- |
| 4 | felten_aioe |
| 14 | openai_gpts_are_gpts |
| 20 | microsoft_working_with_ai |
- **Component Count:** 3

### Exposure

| Source | Label | Value | Percentile | Band | Note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| felten_aioe | Overall AI exposure (Felten et al.) | -1.618772 | 4 | Low | How much this job's abilities overlap with what AI systems can do, across many AI capabilities. A relative research score, not a forecast of job loss. |
| eloundou_gamma | LLM task exposure, γ (OpenAI / Eloundou) | 0.1 | 14 | Low | Share of this job's tasks where a large language model plus simple tools could cut the time to do them by at least half. γ is capped at 1.0 and many jobs reach that ceiling, so treat a top score as 'in the top group', not a precise rank. |
| microsoft_applicability | AI assistant applicability (Microsoft) | 0.07436156916817502 | 20 | Low | How applicable today's AI assistants are to this job's activities, measured from real Microsoft Copilot conversations. Applicability is not the same as replacement. |

### Frey Historical

- **Source:** frey
- **Label:** Computerization probability (Frey & Osborne, 2013)
- **Value:** 0.83
- **Percentile:** 68
- **Band:** High
- **Note:** A pre-LLM (2013) estimate of how automatable this job is by computerization and robotics. Shown for historical context only — it is not part of any current AI ranking.
- **Teleworkable:** no

### Eloundou

- **Alpha:** 0
- **Beta:** 0.05
- **Gamma:** 0.1

### Usage Tasks


### Bls

- **Growth Percent:** 3.8
- **Growth Percentile:** 62
- **Direction:** About average
- **Annual Openings Thousands:** 3.4
- **Annual Openings Percentile:** 40
- **Employment2024Thousands:** 40.2
- **Employment2034Thousands:** 41.7

### Sources

| Source | Version |
| --- | --- |
| bls_employment_projections | 2024-2034 |
| dingel_neiman | dingel-neiman-workathome |
| felten_aioe | felten-raj-seamans-aioe |
| frey_osborne | frey-osborne-automation |
| microsoft_working_with_ai | working-with-ai |
| openai_gpts_are_gpts | gpts-are-gpts |

## Counts

- **Tasks:** 10
- **Skills:** 35
- **Capabilities:** 120
- **Tools:** 8
- **Related Roles:** 20

## Source

- **Dataset:** gold.onet_role_starter_surface
- **Version:** 30.3
- **Generated At:** 2026-06-02T21:00:32.945303+00:00
- **Content Hash:** 74684bd27a5115d2