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Job Summary: The Weatherization Foreman is responsible for managing a highly-skilled carpentry team that performsweatherization retrofitting measures in residential buildings. Under the supervision of the Assistant Director ofOperations, the Weatherization Foreman is responsible for actively leading the weatherization crew members -ensuring all are adequately trained, completing jobs efficiently, performing and recording work accurately, and arefollowing all applicable regulations, requirements, and policies. This position requires an understanding of WAP(Weatherization Assistance Program) production goals and the ability to coordinate the weatherization crews to meetthese goals, following all applicable policies and regulations.Essential Functions(Not All Inclusive):Duties and Responsibilities: Assign carpentry crews to specific jobsprojects based on crew availability and experience, as well as projectcharacteristics and complexity. Allocate general and daily responsibilities of crews (Journeymen andApprentices). Establish, manage, and monitor weekly crew schedules and job duties; incorporate backup plans for eachcrew and team member at all times to account for unforeseen changes in projects or personnel. Work closelywith the Scheduling Team to ensure crew calendars are fully bookedutilized and plannedcommunicated inadvance. Monitor daily and weekly crew attendance. Ensure crew timesheets are accurate, correct, and aligned withwork performed and associated work order fund codes. Confirm that crew timesheets are recordedenteredinto the time reporting system and by the required deadlines each week.Review project job books prior to releasing work to the crews and once crew work has been completed - toensure that all required paperwork and process steps have been completed.Coordinate crew tasks according to priorities and plans, ensuring jobs are completed efficiently and in atimely manner. Visit jobsprojects frequently to monitor progress and provide crews with any guidance,support, or additional materialsresources required to keep projects moving efficiently toward completion.Assist with andor perform carpentry work on projectsjobs as requiredneeded. Ensure manpower and resources are adequate for individual jobsprojects as well as overall, long-termproduction plans and expectations. Responsible for setting and achieving goals for reduction in overhead hours and crew reworks and report onprogress to Quality Assurance Manager and Assistant Director of Operations.Ensure the crews have enough materials to complete their jobs, notify officeadmin staff andor managementwhen warehouse materials are low and need to be ordered. Receive material at the warehouse dock andverify everything that was ordered was received.Safety: Responsible for conducting all duties in a safe manner. Ensuring the safety of the Journeymen and Apprenticesas well as themselves, following all applicable OSHA and SWS guidelines. This role is also responsible for ensuring thatPPE, tools, and materials are used safely and correctly.RequirementsEducation and Experience:Minimum of three years' experience in residential construction including retrofitting andor remodelinginsulating existing homes. Five years of experience is preferred Experience in the Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program andor 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 preferredExperience with Google applications such as g-mail, google docs, etcMust successfully pass a criminal background checkAbility and willingness to obtain BPI Crew Leader Certification within one year, upon requestAbilities and Skills: In order to be successful in this position, the person will at minimum need to possess the followingabilities and skills:Ability to work with low income and diverse ethnic groups and individualsGood oral and written communication skills, with strong attention to detailTime Management and organizational skills; ability to track and monitor multiple client jobs and department projects at the same timeMust be self-motivated and have the ability to work independently or as a member of a team. Must be able to delegate tasks in a direct, tactful & respectful mannerMust be able to relate to and communicate effectively with varied socio-economic multiethnic groups andor individualsComputer proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Access, Word, Excel) and Google docs is requiredExperience implementing a program or service for low-income individuals in culturally and economically diverse populations, highly desirableCore Technology Competency: Level 1 - Intermediate 1Driver's License: A valid driver's license and reliable transportation on a daily basis is required. No major violations andno more than two minor violations in the last five years. Clean driving records are preferred.Physical Requirements: Must be able to successfully pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examination.Must pass pre-placement physical testing (CRT). Physical exertion required: climbing heights; must be able to lift up to50 pounds. Must be able to crawl, climb, and otherwise move about in confined spaces, often in dusty and dirty worksites.Mental Requirements: This position requires an awareness of deadlines, the ability to handle and prioritize multipletasks, and the ability to function independently. Position requires strong math and organizational skills. Requires theability to manage in a team environment.Environmental Requirements: Physical work environment includes dirt, dust, cold, heat, potentially hazardousmaterials and potential exposure to airborne fibers such as asbestos, fiberglass, cellulose and gasses such as naturalgas, carbon monoxide, radon and others. Ability to work in substandard housing conditions including temperaturevariations, mold, mildew, vermiculite, strong odors, household pets and various pests.BenefitsDepartment: Energy ConservationSalary: $45.21 hrSchedule: 40-50 HoursWeek, 4-5 daysweekThis position is ineligible for telework.Benefits: Community Action offers excellent benefits including generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, health, dental & life insurance, retirement, employee discount programs and more.Background Checks: Community Action conducts criminal background checks at the time of hire. Some positions require additional fingerprint and photo verification. Not all backgrounds are a barrier to employment.Posting Dates: Open Until FilledCommunity Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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.