Union - Journeyman Division 7

mydpr; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a skilled installer for Division 7 systems to support waterproofing, insulation, firestopping and envelope components across projects. You will work from drawings and specifications, performing tasks independently while coordinating with crew members and trade partners to ensure safety and quality on site.

Ideal candidates have 2–4 years in Division 7 construction, and OSHA 10 certification is preferred with completion within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of Division 7 construction experience preferred.
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification preferred; completion within 6 months of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Installs Division 7 systems (waterproofing, insulation, firestop and envelope components) per drawings and specs.
• Interprets work plans and performs moderately complex tasks independently.
• Coordinates daily activities with team to ensure efficiency and proper sequencing.
• Monitors equipment and materials for safe operation and reports issues promptly.
• Adjusts methods for irregular site conditions and maintains organized, hazard-free work areas.
• Provides informal guidance to less experienced workers to reinforce correct practices.

Skills

Division 7 installation

Coordination with team

Safety compliance

PPE usage

Mentoring others

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title-they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Executes standard and moderately complex Division 7 field tasks to support high-quality installation of waterproofing, insulation, firestopping and building envelope systems. Applies working technical knowledge to perform assigned activities independently, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with project specifications. Collaborates with other crew members and trade partners to coordinate material use, work sequencing, and cleanup while maintaining a safe and organized site. Adapts installation techniques to meet project conditions and contributes to team discussions to resolve moderately complex technical challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installs Division 7 systems, including waterproofing, insulation, firestopping and related envelope components, in accordance with project drawings and specifications.
• Interprets work plans and executes moderately complex tasks independently, ensuring work quality and alignment with Division 7 standards.
• Coordinates daily work activities with other team members to ensure efficiency and clear work sequencing.
• Monitors equipment and materials for proper condition and safe operation, reporting any issues promptly.
• Adjusts installation methods and material applications when encountering irregularities or unforeseen site conditions.
• Maintains clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas while ensuring compliance with safety policies and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Provides informal guidance and support to less experienced workers to promote learning and reinforce correct Division 7 installation practices.

Education Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

2-4 years of experience in Division 7 construction, waterproofing, insulation, firestopping or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 10 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together-by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers .