Weatherization Crew Laborer

Opportunities for Otsego; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nonprofit organization in New York seeks a Weatherization Crew Laborer. In this role, you will install insulation, seal buildings, and organize daily materials while ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferred experience in residential construction or weatherization. A valid New York State driver's license is mandatory. This position involves strenuous work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in residential housing construction and/or weatherization.
• Valid, unrestricted New York State driver's license required.
• Valid, unrestricted New York State driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Install insulation and windows, and air seal residential buildings.
• Organize materials for daily work activities.
• Drive and care for agency work trucks.
• Comply with safety rules and guidelines.

Skills

Installation of insulation

Air sealing residential buildings

Driving agency work trucks

Complying with safety rules

Education

High school diploma or GED/HSED

Job description

Weatherization crews are provided uniforms, tools, and an agency work truck for transportation to job sites. As Weatherization Crew Laborer you will:

• Install insulation and windows, air seal residential buildings, clean, tune, and repair heating systems, and other tasks as directed in work plans
• Organize materials for daily work activity
• Drive and properly care for agency work trucks
• Comply with safety rules and guidelines

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED/HSED preferred; relevant experience in residential housing construction and/or weatherization preferred; obtain certifications as required by program; valid, unrestricted New York State driver's license.

Working Conditions

Work with tools, materials, and equipment typical in-home repair and weatherization; requires strenuous work inside and outside clients' dwellings in all types of weather conditions; frequent physical exertion, including lifting heavy loads, twisting, bending; climbing ladders and work at heights; need to practice safety procedures to prevent exposure to hazards encountered at worksites; must be able to pass occupational physical exams (DOT and respirator fit test) upon hire.

• Standard Start Rate - education and experience meet job requirements
• Advanced Start Rate - education and experience exceed job requirements (subject to approval)