Installer - Insulation

Thielsch Engineering; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thielsch Engineering is seeking an Insulation Installer in Cranston, Rhode Island. This role involves installing various insulation materials and weatherization improvements to enhance energy efficiency in building structures. Candidates must have a high school diploma, customer service skills, and the ability to work in varying physical conditions.

Installers will work in a team, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety practices while completing assigned tasks efficiently. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to lift weights up to 40lbs, and over 40lbs as required.
• Ability to work in various physical conditions including heights and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Install insulation materials, air sealing, and roof ventilation.
• Apply insulation materials to attics, crawl spaces, and walls.
• Install and seal joints of air ducts for efficiency.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As an Insulation Installer, you will be responsible for providing weatherization improvements to make building structures more energy efficient. Improvements will include installing blown-in cellulose insulation, fiberglass insulation, home sealing, etc.

The position is also responsible for completing installation work on buildings including siding, roofing, sheet-rocking and carpentry. The Weatherization Insulation Installer will work as a member of a team to efficiently and effectively complete all project duties assigned by the crew chief. Installers will be expected to ensure compliance with Industry Standards and OSHA and other safety work practices while working.

This Job operates in the field. Position will entail working in varying conditions while inspecting job sites; these work conditions may entail exposure to any or all of the following: heat, cold, heights, dust, dirt, indoors, outdoors, and confined areas.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Installing insulation materials, air sealing, roof ventilation, etc.
• Apply insulation materials such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.
• Install and seal joints of air ducts to improve heating and cooling efficiency.
• Installing soffit, gable or roof ventilation openings.
• Installing temporary access openings to walls floors or roof using hand or power tools.
• Installing weather-stripping materials to doors or windows to reduce energy losses.
• Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent customer service skills (internal and external).
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Must have the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-pressure, schedule-driven environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift weight up to 40lbs in both a vertical and horizontal range of motion, as needed.
• Ability to lift weight over 40lbs in both a vertical and horizontal range of motion, as needed.
• Ability to crawl, stoop, stand, reach (push/pull) & bend to perform work necessary for proper weatherization installation in attics, basements or crawl spaces, as needed.
• Ability to drive and walk around on job sites, as needed.
• Ability to ascend or descend on extension ladders, step ladders and stairs using feet and/or hands and arms, as needed.

The RISE Group is an E-Verify participant and will conduct background investigations and pre-employment screening of candidates for employment. Pre-employment activities will be conducted on qualified applicants after acceptance of a job offer.

The RISE Group is an employee-owned company and an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.