Workforce Trainee, Green Jobs

Evergreen Goodwill•Seattle, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Green Jobs Workforce Trainee is a temporary, paid, work-based learning role for JumpStart participants placed with a clean energy or skilled-trades employer partner. Trainees complete up to 240 hours of hands-on, supervised work experience and participate in required JumpStart workshops. The goal of the role is to build real-world job skills, gain resume-building experience, and transition into unsubsidized employment or an apprenticeship pathway.

Requirements

Interest in green jobs and/or skilled trades career pathways (including electrical, HVAC, solar, project management, manufacturing, and related roles)
Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and learn on the job
Ability to consistently show up on time and communicate schedule changes promptly
Commitment to a respectful, inclusive workplace
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work outdoors or at active job sites (varies by host employer)
Ability to use basic hand tools and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when applicable
Ability to follow site safety rules at all times, and OSHA 10 certified for all field-based roles
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Able to communicate with others effectively both verbally and written, including those who have limited English skills.
Maintain reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 certified for all field-based roles

Responsibilities

Assisting with job site setup and cleanup, tool and materials handling, and basic inventory support
Supporting experienced trades staff with routine tasks under supervision (electrical, HVAC, solar, weatherization, construction support, or related roles) or supporting experienced professionals in computer, phone-based, or in-person project management or customer service tasks within the construction or the green economy.
Following safety procedures and participating in safety briefings and required training
Practicing professional workplace skills including punctuality, communication, teamwork, and problem solving
Attending required JumpStart workshops (including Climate 101, Clean Energy 101, and Program Enrollment/New Hire Orientation)

Benefits

Paid work experience with a participating employer partner
Career and employment support services and navigation through the JumpStart program, including connection to hiring opportunities after completion
A health plan that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
100% Employer-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long term disability insurance (for salaried employee)
Voluntary supplemental coverage for life, accident, illness, and short- and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Plan
Roth and 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan program
Paid vacation, (9) holiday and sick time
Limited paid time off for Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Employee discounts
Employee referral bonus
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mentorship Program
Career Advancement Opportunities
Paid Job Training