Insulation and Weatherization Lead

F. F. Hitchcock Company; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Education assistance

Mentor/apprentice program

Retirement program

Job summary

F.F. Hitchcock Company in Cheshire, CT is seeking a skilled full-time Insulation and Weatherization Lead to guide projects from start to finish. You will install attic and crawlspace insulation and ensure homes stay comfortable year-round, with a focus on safety and quality.

Ideal candidates have insulation weatherization experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel throughout central CT. EPA Lead-Safe RRP and BPI Building Analyst certifications are supported for growth.

Qualifications

• Professional insulation or weatherization experience, including attic work, dense-pack, and air sealing.
• Valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to travel throughout central CT and Greater New Haven County.
• Comfort with wearing a respirator while working in attics and crawlspaces in all seasons/temperatures.
• EPA Lead-Safe RRP and BPI Building Analyst certifications or willingness to obtain - we will help cover these!

Responsibilities

• Take ownership from start to finish, directing your two-person crew to complete projects.
• Install attic and wall insulation, dense-pack, air sealing, knee walls, ventilation, and more.
• Set up jobs accurately, run the machine, and achieve target density and R-value.
• Train the support technician on best practices and customer service standards.
• Engage with clients professionally and maintain job documents and photos.

Skills

Crew leadership

Spray foam experience

Blower door operation

Weatherization knowledge

Documentation compliance

Safety respirator use

Valid driver's license

Job description

F.F. Hitchcock Company is hiring a skilled, experienced full-time Insulation and Weatherization Lead to guide dynamic projects from beginning to end. Based in Cheshire, CT, you'll install insulation in customers' attics and crawlspaces and ensure their homes stay comfortable year-round. Keep reading to learn how you can reach the next level in your career!

PAY & PERKS

• Earn $26.00 - $28.00/hour, based on experience
• Company vehicle and uniforms provided
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• Mentor/apprentice program and professional growth opportunities
• MyCTSavings retirement program
• Company-paid licensing, certifications, and renewals

We will cover EPA Lead-Safe RRP certification and sponsor BPI licensing. We'll also provide our Insulation and Weatherization Lead with a gas card, continuing education opportunities, and a steady stream of jobs, so you can focus on completing hands-on work rather than chasing down leads.

F.F. Hitchcock Plumbing, Heating & Cooling began as a general store in 1870. Today, we are still serving our community with the convenience of a one-stop shop for each customer's plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and fuel needs. Our mission is to personally know our customers and make sure that they are satisfied with every service we provide.

We are a family-owned business that views each member of our team as part of our family. Our management is hands-on and our technicians, fuel delivery team, and support staff are all highly skilled. We offer our team flexible scheduling that provides them with a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we offer competitive wages, benefits, and perks.

ARE YOU WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR?

Our ideal Insulation and Weatherization Lead is experienced with running a two-person crew (or larger) and working with spray foam or blower doors. Familiarity with CT utility weatherization programs and documentation requirements would be a bonus! At a base, you'll need:

• Professional insulation or weatherization experience, including attic work, dense-pack, and air sealing
• Valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and the ability to travel throughout central CT and Greater New Haven County
• Comfort with wearing a respirator while working in attics and crawlspaces in all seasons/temperatures
• EPA Lead-Safe RRP and BPI Building Analyst certifications or willingness to obtain - we will help cover these!

WHAT VITAL ASSISTANCE DO YOU PROVIDE?

Our Insulation and Weatherization Lead is in charge of a two-person crew, making sure all aspects of our projects go off without a hitch. You'll take ownership from start to finish, directing your team in accurately installing attic and wall insulation, dense-pack, air sealing, knee walls, ventilation, and more. Attention to detail is key, as you'll be responsible for accurately setting up jobs, running the machine, and hitting the exact sold density and R-value.

As you run jobs, you'll train the support technician on the best work practices and customer service standards. You'll professionally engage with clients, openly communicate throughout the job, and maintain job documents and photos. The Insulation and Weatherization Lead makes a positive impact on our customers as well as our technicians!

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER TODAY!

Must have the ability to pass a background check.