Weatherization Technician 1

DeKalb Health; Village of Bath (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc is seeking an energetic entry-level Weatherization Technician to join a growing team delivering upgrades to homes and mobile homes in the community.

This full-time position (37.5 hours/week) offers a competitive benefits package, opportunities for advancement based on performance, and the chance to learn weatherization basics, insulation techniques, and air-leak diagnostics while using hand and power tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Solid organizational and communication abilities are essential.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills are expected.
• Comfort with physical tasks and using hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in weatherizing eligible homes and mobile homes.
• Learn the basics of weatherization and insulation techniques.
• Identify air leaks using simple diagnostic methods.
• Operate hand and power tools safely as part of a crew.
• Work well in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

• Base Pay $19.00 - $19.50 / Hour
• Job Category Weatherization Technician/Installer, Weatherization Crew Leader, Quality Control Inspector
• Industry Nonprofit & Housing Organizations, Construction & Building Service, Energy Efficiency & Green Building
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

Pro Action is seeking high energy candidates to work as part of a growing team to support the community with weatherization upgrades. This is a 37.5 hour per week entry level position that comes with a competitive benefits package and the potential for advancement based on performance. The Technician must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs., crawl, climb ladders, use hand, and power tools. Must be comfortable working in confined spaces and various other construction related conditions. The candidate will learn the weatherization basics to assist in weatherizing eligible homes and mobile homes. The candidate will need to understand the fundamentals of insulation materials and installation techniques for insulation. The candidate will need to understand the fundamentals of energy, heat transfer, and infiltration, along with finding air leaks using simple diagnostic methods.

Strong organizational and communication skills.

Ability to problem solve.

General carpentry skills and know how to use power and hand tools.

Work well in a team setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

The ideal candidate must have a valid driver’s license, meet agency standards per position and consistent, reliable transportation that will allow regular travel in and around the service area. Agency Driver Record History standards information can be obtained by calling Human Resources at 607-776-2125. A background check will be conducted.

Summary

As a full-time Pro Action employee, some of the benefits you are eligible for include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403b retirement plan with employer-based contributions, generous personal and sick Leave and more.

Interviews are scheduled by the hiring manager for applicants whose qualifications best meet the needs of the department and agency.

Internal applicants must notify their supervisor with their intent to apply.

It is the policy of Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, intern, volunteer, etc., based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including wearing attire, clothing or facial hair in accordance with the tenets of religion), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and transgender status), gender identity or expression, reproductive health decisions, familial status, national origin, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and being a certified medical marijuana patient), genetic information (including predisposing genetic characteristics), age (18 and over), veteran status, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, certain arrest or conviction records, domestic violence victim status, and any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.