WEATHERIZATION LABORER

Chautauqua Opportunities Inc; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Chautauqua Opportunities Inc is seeking a skilled worker in Jamestown, NY, for energy efficiency and residential renovation projects. The role involves general construction tasks, including plumbing and wiring repairs, while providing excellent customer service.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience. The position offers a part-time schedule with a rate of $17.93 hourly for 36 hours a week.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in construction, home repair, or energy efficiency.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical operations.
• Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic energy efficiency projects, including construction and repairs.
• Conduct plumbing and wiring repairs as needed.
• Maintain a clean work environment and adhere to safety standards.

Skills

Construction

Plumbing

Basic Wiring

HVAC

Insulation

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Position Data:

Grade: 4 Non-Exempt

Reports to: Weatherization Manager

Basic Function or Position Summary:

Perform basic energy efficiency and residential renovation projects including general construction, air sealing, insulation, plumbing, basic wiring, HVAC, siding, and roofing.

Schedule and Compensation:

Mon- Thurs. 7 am-4:30 pm

$17.93/hourly 36 hours/weekly

Requirements

Position Responsibilities and Specific Duties:

• Replaces damaged ceiling tile, floor tile, and wall coverings
• Installation of fiberglass, cellulose, foam and pipe insulation
• Install dryer vents
• Taping, molding, to seal holes in existing walls and ceiling
• Install drywall, taping, and mudding
• Remove all types of siding on a home and replace
• Assist with hot water tank and heating system repair and replacement
• Plumbing repairs
• Basic Wiring repairs – switches, outlets, fixtures
• Use proper work lead smart, lead safe techniques using the HEPA vacuums
• Installation or repair of all types of HVAC Systems
• Caulking and sealing as needed of interior and exterior locations
• Equipment installations of energy saving devices such as smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, duct mastic, LED lighting, energy saving shower heads
• Contribute to inventory control by reporting daily usage of materials
• Assist with daily testing requirements for health and safety or energy efficiency measures
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Promotes agency mission.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with the code of ethics.
• Maintains consistent professional customer service.
• Job performance incorporates integrated service delivery model while promoting self-sufficiency.
• Other duties as designated by supervisor

Key Working Relationships:

A. Internal: Weatherization Specialist I, Weatherization Energy Auditor, Construction Weatherization Manager

B. External: Customer

Supervisory Scope:

A. Number of staff supervised: 0

B. Titles supervised: 0

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all policies and procedures
• Gathers appropriate documentation and tracks outcomes
• Participates in organizational committee structures as appropriate
• Participates in organizational and divisional management systems

Knowledge, Skills Required:

• High school diploma or GED required
• One year of experience in construction, home repair, energy efficiency, trades; or providing manual labor required
• Ability to add, subtracts, multiply and divide in all units of measures using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Strong teaming skills
• Continuous professional development expected

Physical:

• Exerts heavy force in excess of 50 pounds
• Must be able to perform work in all weather conditions
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel: reach with hands and arms, push or pull, climb ladders up to 35 feet, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, stand and sit

Special Requirements, if any:

• Valid Drivers license
• Ability to travel
• Reliable transportation
• Flexibility in work schedule
• Authorized Driver of a COI vehicle, if all requirements are met
• Service area cross training
• Must provide own hand tools (see attached list)
• Ability to use a respirator.
• Required to attend Boot Camp Training and receive certification within 1 year and thereafter every 3 years.
• Required to receive OSHA 10 hour certification within 1 year.
• Required to receive Lead RRP certification within 1 year and thereafter every 5 years.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing required
• Works compassionately with diverse population.
• Must be able to provide consistent even tempered customer service at all times.
• Ability to develop and maintain & engage in positive relationships with people from various backgrounds
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOT medical certification (if applicable)