Journeyman Carpenter
Location: US, MN, St. Paul
Department: Energy Conservation
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
Company profile: Community Action Partnership of Ramsey & Washington Counties (Community Action) was established in 1964 as a program of the War on Poverty. Community Action Agencies became the service delivery arm of the Federal Office of Economic Opportunity. As the only continuously funded anti-poverty program in the country, our mission is to reduce poverty and its impact on people in Ramsey and Washington counties.Community Action is involved in grassroots public policy and community engagement activities, such as voter registration drives, legislative hearings, advocacy and education activities. 
Description: Job SummaryUnder the supervision of the Program Director, this position is responsible for the installation of all types of insulation materials, minor carpentry repairs, and diagnostic testing, to ensure that the home is energy efficient.Essential Functions (Not All Inclusive)Performs and records findings using a wide range of diagnostic equipment to determine effectiveness of energy efficiency improvements. (Blower doors, infrared cameras, pressure diagnostics and worse case draft tests, etc.).Installs sidewall insulation using the dense-pack method, bypass sealing, attic insulation, foundation insulation, carpentry related repairs and many other tasks associated with improving the energy efficiency.Train and supervise apprentice carpenters.Maintain crew truck and equipment.Maintain and account for materials used on assigned projects.Accurately complete various forms and maintains close accountability for assigned projects.Assures that work orders and specifications are adhered to. Assures that change orders and variations in work assigned meets  Agency contract requirements.Participate in ongoing training and stay abreast of issues effecting housing durability, occupant health and safety, improved weatherization techniques and building science. 
Requirements: QualificationsStatus of Journeyman Carpenter as established by District Wide Council of Carpenters and/or the ability to obtain Journeyman Status prior to hire.Minimum of three years’ experience in residential construction including retrofitting and/or remodeling existing homes.Experience in Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program and/or utility sponsored weatherization programs strongly preferred.Experienced in the use of blower doors, infrared cameras, pressure diagnostic equipment, worst case draft tests, and other electronic diagnostic equipment, commonly used in weatherization and housing retrofitting programs.  Strongly preferred.Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation required. No major violations and no more than two minor violations in the last five years. Clean driving records are preferred.Must be able to successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination. Must pass pre-placement physical testing (CRT). Must be able to lift up to 44 pounds, carry up to 82 pounds.Ability to work with low income and multi ethnic groups and individuals.Must successfully pass criminal background check. 
Benefits: Benefits for this position are provided through North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters Union.#URL_e4a6822eb4c875f39af9aa64d300f41825b3f5bcc9a6851fa621e3cd5f83dd4f#M-F 32-40 hours/week$27.65/hour
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