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Workforce Trainee

Center for Energy and Environment

Roseville, MNFull-time$11.41/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$11.41/hr
Location
Roseville, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Workforce Trainee program at Center for Energy and Environment offers a 14‑week temporary position in Roseville, MN. Trainees work about 35 hours per week, earn hourly pay, receive 40 hours of PTO, and gain hands‑on experience in insulation, air sealing, and energy auditing while preparing for industry certifications.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Setting Up Blower DoorAuditingAir SealingOperating Insulation Blower MachineInfrared Camera UseData Entry Into CEEtrackCommunicating EffectivelyLoading Equipment Onto TruckSafety ProtocolsRecording Timesheets Accurately

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentPhysical RequiredDrug Test RequiredParticipation in Workforce Development Program

Benefits

Paid Time Off

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Job Duties

Description

Please note: this position is only available to participants in our workforce development program.

Workforce Trainees will be temporary employees of CEE for a 14-week period earning $19.00/hour and working an average of 35 hours per week.

Benefits will include 40 hours of PTO. Typical hours will be approximately 7:30am - 3:30pm. Hours may vary based on the host site but willnotinclude weekends.

During the first week, Workforce Trainees will continue to refine their skills and practice techniques such as setting up a blower door, auditing, and air sealing. Trainees will also receive training from CEE's HR related to safety protocols, reporting injuries on worksites, and recording timesheets accurately.

Beginning the second week, Workforce Trainees will start shadowing experienced professionals in the field. Once a week, trainees will meet at CEE's Roseville office to discuss and debrief your week in the field with a Building Science Trainer and learn about a variety of building science topics.

At the end of the traineeship, trainees will be prepared to take the BPI Air Leakage Control Installer (ALCI) or Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) exam. These are industry-recognized credentials.

Insulation Trainee

You will be paired with an insulation contractor company experienced in insulation and air sealing.

Assist Crew Members loading the box truck with equipment and supplies before heading to the job site

Learn how to effectively operate an insulation blower machine and techniques for dense packing walls

Follow instructions from the Crew Lead in effectively air sealing and insulating an attic

Communicate effectively with Job Supervisor or Crew Lead on-site as well as your CEE Supervisor on a regular basis

Energy Auditor Trainee

You will be paired with a trainer at CEE or a weatherization agency who is experienced in energy auditing.

Assist Energy Auditor and Counselor team in setting up and taking down equipment for energy audits

Perform basic tasks of an energy auditor including using an IR camera (infrared) and blower door machine

Learn and advance your skills in using equipment needed for an energy audit

Inspect attic spaces with guidance from an Energy Auditor

Enter data into CEE Database (CEEtrack) or NEAT weatherization software

Communicate effectively with Energy Auditor and Energy Counselor on-site as well as your CEE Supervisor on a regular basis

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

CEE will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance or any other legally protected class status.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55113

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

WORKF001350

Job Benefits

Not specified

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