Insulation and Weatherization Technician

Build a career in the skilled trades with

F.

F. Hitchcock Company as a full-time Insulation and Weatherization Technician in Cheshire, CT.

This full-time opportunity offers $20 - $24 per hour
. We also offer generous benefits
, such as:

• Company vehicle and uniforms provided
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• Mentor/apprentice program and professional growth opportunities
• MyCTSavings retirement program
• Company-paid licensing, certifications, and renewals

No insulation experience is required. If you're dependable, willing to learn, and ready for hands-on work, we'll invest in your training and help you develop valuable skills that can open doors to future opportunities across our home performance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fuel divisions.

F.F. Hitchcock Plumbing, Heating & Cooling began as a general store in 1870. Today, we are still serving our community with the convenience of a one-stop shop for each customer's plumbing, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and fuel needs. Our mission is to personally know our customers and make sure that they are satisfied with every service we provide.

We are a family-owned business that views each member of our team as part of our family. Our management is hands-on and our technicians, fuel delivery team, and support staff are all highly skilled. We offer our team flexible scheduling that provides them with a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we offer competitive wages, benefits, and perks.

This is a full-time position based in Cheshire, CT. As an Insulation and Weatherization Technician, you will work alongside a Crew Lead to install insulation and weatherization measures in customers' homes. Your day will include installing attic and wall insulation, dense-pack insulation, air sealing, rim joist improvements, and ventilation details. You will haul and stage materials, run hoses, and prepare and protect each home before work begins.

Throughout the day, you will work in attics, crawlspaces, and other tight spaces that can be hot during the summer and cold during the winter. You will take pride in leaving each home in excellent condition by thoroughly cleaning up when the job is complete so homeowners can barely tell work was performed. As part of your professional development, you will work toward BPI certification, beginning with Building Science Principles training, while the company covers the cost of your certifications, training, and continuing education.

• Valid driver's license
• Reliability and consistent attendance
• Physical stamina for demanding, hands-on work
• Ability to work in tight spaces, including attics and crawlspaces
• Ability to work in hot and cold conditions
• Strong attention to how a customer's home is left after work is completed
• Willingness to learn and work toward BPI certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Construction, trades, or other physical work experience
• EPA Lead-Safe RRP certification
• BPI Building Science Principles certification
• Insulation or weatherization experience
• Interest in eventually pursuing an Energy Advisor role or another trade within our company

Must have the ability to pass a background check.