Mass Save Paid-training & Job Placement for Weatherization and HVAC:
The Solomon Group is working on behalf of Mass Save’s Clean Energy Pathways Program (https://www.masssave.com/community/clean-energy-pathways) to recruit trainees for its weatherization and HVAC training cohorts.
Mass Save is working to build a clean energy workforce to support the future of energy-efficient and climate-resilient construction and development. Experts estimate that skilled labor to support this burgeoning clean energy economy is already 10,000 jobs short of what is needed. This translates into gainful careers for those who enter these fields. To accomplish the task of building this workforce, Mass Save provides three months of full-time paid training followed by job placement. Mass Save pays at a rate of $20.00/hour.
We have been charged with recruiting 250 trainees who are 18-25 year olds to join these training programs.
Weatherization trainees require no previous experience to be eligible. HVAC trainees must be licensed or have other significant HVAC-related experience.
Mass Save Paid-training & Job Placement for Weatherization and HVAC:
The Solomon Group is working on behalf of Mass Save’s Clean Energy Pathways Program (https://www.masssave.com/community/clean-energy-pathways) to recruit trainees for its weatherization and HVAC training cohorts.
Mass Save is working to build a clean energy workforce to support the future of energy-efficient and climate-resilient construction and development. Experts estimate that skilled labor to support this burgeoning clean energy economy is already 10,000 jobs short of what is needed. This translates into gainful careers for those who enter these fields. To accomplish the task of building this workforce, Mass Save provides three months of full-time paid training followed by job placement. Mass Save pays at a rate of $20.00/hour.
We have been charged with recruiting 250 trainees who are 18-25 year olds to join these training programs.
Weatherization trainees require no previous experience to be eligible. HVAC trainees must be licensed or have other significant HVAC-related experience.
Residential HVAC Internship:
Residential HVAC interns are responsible for installing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment in customer homes following manufacturer specifications, industry codes and standards, and employer requirements. Interns may engage with homeowners and must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Interns might also:
- Fabricate and install a wide range of duct systems
- Install copper refrigerant lines to air conditioning units, including brazing and soldering
- Install electrical components and wiring
- Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring
- Install energy efficient thermostats
- Test and troubleshoot new installations on start-up
Skills & Requirements:
- 150 or more hours of high school HVAC work or the equivalent.
- Mechanical aptitude
- Knowledge and understanding of HVAC low and high voltage systems
- Basic math skills
- Ability to safely use residential HVAC/R gauges and electrical test equipment
- Familiar with the principles of evacuation
- Ability to balance air flow
- Knowledge of sheet metal practices
- Proficient in reading field drawings
Residential Weatherization Internship:
Residential weatherization interns assist lead installers with the installation of various types of residential energy efficiency measures that include energy efficient insulation. They work under the supervision of a weatherization crew chief to assist with the installation of duct sealing and insulation in various locations throughout the home including crawlspaces and attics. Interns lift/move insulations materials and work off ladders.
Skills & Requirements:
- Mechanical aptitude
- Basic math skills
- Ability to work safely at heights and on ladders
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to follow directions
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and desire to learn
