Weatherization Laborer

Chautauqua•Jamestown, NY

20h•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Perform basic energy efficiency and residential renovation projects including general construction, air sealing, insulation, plumbing, basic wiring, HVAC, siding, and roofing. This is a full-time position working Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 4:30 pm, with 36 hours per week. The hourly rate is $17.93.

Requirements

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
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
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
Ability to use a respirator.
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)

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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