Position Summary
The Spray Foam Applicator is responsible for safely and efficiently setting up, operating, and maintaining specialized equipment to apply polyurethane foam insulation (open-cell and closed-cell) to residential, commercial, or industrial structures in accordance with project specifications and building codes.
Key Job Responsibilities
1. Pre-Job Preparation & Safety Setup
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Jobsite Survey: Inspect the work area to review the scope of work, identify electrical and security wiring, and verify substrate conditions (e.g., moisture levels, cleanliness).
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Containment & Protection: Set up plastic sheeting, tape, and protective barriers to prevent overspray on windows, doors, adjacent surfaces, and customer property or vehicles.
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Safety Compliance: Adhere strictly to OSHA standards and company safety manuals. Ensure proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn, including supplied-air respirators or cartridge filter masks, eye protection, and protective suits.
2. Equipment Operation & Material Application
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Rig & Proportioner Management: Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot high-pressure spray foam rigs, proportioners (e.g., Graco reactors), heated hoses, and spray guns (e.g., Fusion AP).
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Chemical Application: Spray two-component polyurethane foam uniformly onto target substrates—such as interior stud walls, roof decks, attics, crawl spaces, or metal building exteriors—to achieve required thickness and R-values.
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Quality Control: Continuously check foam density, adhesion, and thickness to ensure compliance with thermal performance standards and prevent material waste or overspray.
3. Post-Application & Clean-Up
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Finishing: Trim excess or scrapped foam, bag waste materials, and perform necessary touch-up work or can-foaming around window/door jambs.
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Site Restoration: Clean up the jobsite thoroughly, ensuring all tools, equipment, and trash are packed back into the rig truck.
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Client Handover: Conduct a final walk-through with the site supervisor or homeowner (if applicable) to ensure satisfaction and review the completed work.
Core Qualifications & Requirements
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Experience: Prior experience operating high-pressure proportioning equipment and applying open-cell/closed-cell polyurethane foam.
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Certifications: Valid OSHA 10/30 certification, manufacturer training credentials (e.g., BASF, Demilec, Lapolla), and a passing respirator medical evaluation/fit test.
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Physical Stamina: Ability to stand/walk for long periods, work in confined spaces (attics/crawl spaces), endure varying environmental temperatures, and frequently lift heavy equipment and materials (50–60+ lbs).
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Driver’s License: A valid driver's license with a clean driving record to travel to various job sites.
