Location:

Pender, NE

JOB TYPE:

Full time position- work a 40-hour week, Monday – Thursday, 7 am – 5:30 pm. Daily travel throughout our 14-county service area. Occasional overnight travel could be required for training purposes.

 

ABOUT US:
Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership (NENCAP), INC is a private, nonprofit corporation. NENCAP serves an income-eligible population in a 14-county area of Northeast Nebraska with programs such as Head Start, Early Head Start, WIC/Immunizations, Healthy Families, Weatherization, and Family Services, free tax preparation, car seat programs, Veteran Services, Commodity Supplemental Food Program, and food pantries.

JOB SUMMARY:

WHAT IS WEATHERIZATON?

Weatherization is home improvements done to increase energy efficiency. Typical weatherization measures that are done to homes include: sidewall and attic insulation, caulking and weatherstripping. After a home has been weatherized, energy used for heating is often reduced by an average of 32%.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Installation of weatherization materials on homes according to the job order including tracking of materials. This may include but is not limited to weather stripping, caulking, attic and wall insulation, foundation insulation, replacement of broken windows and doors, and similar work.
  • Accountable for the quality and quantity of all materials installed.
  • Perform all procedures required by the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment.
  • Attend training sessions/meetings as required by the program.
  • Maintain confidentiality of participant information and follow Program and Agency standards, policies, and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Experience in basic construction knowledge preferred but will train the right individual.
  • Able to lift ladders, scaffolding, pre-hung doors, window, up to 80 lbs.
  • Ability to climb ladders, crawl, stoop, stand, and bend to perform required weatherization measures.
  • Ability to work in varying conditions with exposure to any or all of the following either indoors or outdoors: heat, cold, dust, dirt, heights, and confined spaces.
  • Ability to drive a pickup and trailer.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to comply with the Agency’s auto insurance standards.

WAGE & BENEFITS:

Starting wage is $22.00 an hour plus benefits. Benefits include health life, dental and vision insurance. NENCAP pays 100% of the premiums for health, life, dental and vision premiums for our employees to receive FREE individual coverage! Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, Employee Assistance Program, and 401k Retirement.

100% Federally Funded Program – EOE – Non-Profit Agency

HOW TO APPLY:

For Agency application, job description, education requirements, wage and benefit information, visit www.nencap.org/employment or contact HR at 1-800-445-2505 or 402-385-6300. No resumes accepted.

To apply, submit a completed Agency application to

Northeast Nebraska Community Action Partnership
PO Box 667
Pender, NE 68047-0667

Position open until filled

EOE
80% Federally Funded
Non-Profit Agency