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.
