General Laborer (Weatherization Installer)

Description

Position Description:

The Weatherization Installer supports the Action Inc. Weatherization Program by providing energy-efficiency upgrades and insulation services to income-qualified households across Southwestern Montana. The position performs residential energy-efficiency retrofits, including the installation of cellulose, fiberglass, and spray foam insulation, as well as air sealing and duct sealing measures. Installers are responsible for executing single- and multi-day projects in accordance with program standards, quality control requirements, and safety protocols. This role requires a combination of soft and technical skills to work effectively with homeowners and crew members to ensure accurate installation and proper completion of work.

Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate must:

• Maintain a strong commitment to safety.
• Demonstrate effective customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Have knowledge of residential construction and insulation systems.
• Safely operate power tools.
• Install insulation in attics, crawl spaces, basements, and walls.
• Understand and follow weatherization, conservation, and industry standards.
• Perform basic math and measurements.
• Adapt to changing priorities and work independently or as part of a team.
• Demonstrate compassion, competency working with vulnerable populations, and a mission-driven mindset.
• Respond constructively to coaching and feedback.
• Demonstrate professionalism and leadership on- and off the job site.

Physical Demands: This position requires regular standing, walking, lifting, reaching, and the use of hands for handling tools and materials. The employee must be able to wear a respirator for extended periods while maintaining productivity. Navigate clients’ homes, pets, belongings, and other household members while performing weatherization activities. Frequent crouching, crawling, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces are required, as well as the ability to perform duties in all weather conditions. Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Requirements

Qualifications are typically obtained through education and/or experience equivalent to a high school diploma or trade program, with experience in residential weatherization or construction. Experience working effectively with vulnerable populations. Must be able to operate power tools and have knowledge of residential construction and insulation systems. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Will train; paid technical and on-the-job training is included for a qualified candidate.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable. Must be bondable and insurable.