Pay: £25,000.00-£29,000.00 per year
Job Description:
Trainee Ventilation installer / Commissioner
About Earthwise Construction
We are a sustainable construction company based in Bristol and are expanding our Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) side of the business due to increased demand. We install and commission systems within our own new build Passive Houses (which tend to be around Bristol/the South West), as well as in other projects all over England and Wales. We are a Zehnder service partner, and install some of the best performing MVHR systems on the market.
We are looking for a trainee ventilation installer/commissioner who is happy to travel nationwide. The role would suit applicants who either currently work within the industry, however we would consider applicants who have transferable skills as we will provide training in the installation, servicing and commissoning of MVHR systems and or other ventilation systems. The role will be subject to a trial period of 3 months during which the applicant will need to use their own tools. Tool purchase scheme is available after trial period
Description of role:
● Undertake installation of MVHR systems using different ducting systems.
● Undertake commissioning of MVHR systems and associated ductwork and ancillaries following manufacturer's specifications
● Undertake servicing of MVHR units/systems
● Review materials received compared to designs and confirm all materials have been provided and installation can be completed as per design
● Create and maintain cordial and collaborative working relationships with both clients and colleagues
● Where appropriate suggest changes to designs to suit site conditions, agreeing all changes with the system designer
● Ensure all paperwork needed for each job is accurately filled out
● Report on progress to MVHR Installation Manager
● The successful candidate will be happy to work independently however initially will be working alongside another team member during the training phase.
● The candidate will be required to travel nationwide (accommodation, food allowance and company vehicle will be provided to the right candidate)
● Training is provided, with level dependent on experience. All of our installers are required to complete the BPEC installer training scheme, with training paid for by us
Experience required:
● Carpentry/Building/ Multi-Trade experience 3 years (Required)
● Ventilation installation: 1 year (Desirable)
● 1-3 years HVAC installation experience (Desirable)
● Strong mechanical aptitude
● Positive and proactive attitude
● Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
● Must have an honest and dependable personality
● Self-motivated with strong ability to follow instructions and work alone, as well as work effectively within a team
● Ability to display professional company image
● Possession of valid UK driver's license with good record of driving(Essential)
Location:
We are looking for candidate who are based in Bristol or within a commuting distance to our office as during the training phase you will need to travel alongside our other installers
Staying away during the week will be a regular requirement so you will need to be okay with this.
Working hours:
Normal working hours between 08:00-16:30 (with flexibility dependent on project location).
Pay:
Dependent on experience.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Additional leave
Company car
Company pension
On-site parking
Experience:
Construction: 3 years (required)
Ventilation installation: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Willingness to travel: 100% (required)
Work Location: On the road