Weatherization Trainee

GreenSavers • Portland, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Weatherization Trainee learns a hands-on trade while helping make homes more comfortable and energy efficient. Working alongside experienced installers, the trainee learns safe installation practices and develops the skills needed to advance to Installer Level 1. Advancement depends on demonstrated skills, reliability, safe work, and supervisor recommendation. The position reports to the WX Field Manager.

This evergreen posting accepts applications for ongoing and future crew needs; hiring timing depends on available openings. The work is in person in Portland, Oregon. Relocation assistance is not provided, though applicants able to relocate at their own expense are welcome.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn, dependable attendance, and readiness to work as part of a crew.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and communicate respectfully.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation, following required safety and PPE practices.
• Ability to work in occupied homes and in difficult-to-access areas, including attics, crawl spaces, basements, and roofs.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds; bend, kneel, crawl, and climb ladders; and work around heat, cold, dust, and weather.

Nice To Haves

• Previous construction or tool experience.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with insulation, air sealing, and duct sealing under the direction of experienced crew members.
• Protect customers’ homes and load, stage, and organize materials and tools.
• Learn safe tool use, installation standards, and job documentation.
• Help with cleanup, vehicle organization, photos, checklists, and time records.
• Ask questions and promptly report safety concerns or unexpected conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options, with approximately 75% of employee-only premiums covered and contributions toward dependent coverage.
• $25,000 life insurance, AD&D, and an Employee Assistance Program included with medical enrollment.
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 3.5%, subject to plan eligibility and vesting requirements.
• Paid vacation that increases with tenure.
• Six paid holidays and paid sick time.
• Paid required job-related training, including class time.
• Opportunities to build skills and take on more responsibility.
• Team gatherings and outings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed