Philadelphia Workforce Training program

about 2 months ago
Full time role
In-person · Philadelphia, PA, US... more
BlocPower is a clean energy leader creating smarter, greener, healthier buildings for all by reducing the barriers to money-saving, quality-of-life-improving green building upgrade. We provide engineering, financing and project implementation services for our clients, with a special focus in historically left out communities across the country. These communities, and their buildings, are underserved by traditional energy services companies because they are considered too small, too costly, or too risky. Our portfolio of projects include houses of worship, schools, non-profits, small businesses and multifamily buildings. Through our work, we save our clients money, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve health and create local employment opportunities. 
 
At BlocPower, we value our mission. We are trusted advisors that get things done for our customers by using data to make the right decisions. We support and expect excellence from our team members. We treat both our customers and ourselves with care and respect. 
 
As our work is centered around systematically disenfranchised communities – including people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women and LGBTQ people – we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

Do you want to learn new skills and kick-start your long-term career in the green trades? BlocPower is seeking dedicated applicants to join our Philadelphia Workforce Training program run in partnership with the Community College of Philadelphia and Wilco. Throughout the 8-week program, you will be paid to gain the skills and certifications necessary to obtain jobs in the construction and low voltage electrical trades. 

Program Details

  • 4 weeks of paid classroom training followed by 4 weeks of paid on-the-job experience with a local contractor
  • Classroom training centers on OSHA certification, basic construction, and low voltage electrical skills to prepare you for 21st century, green trades
  • On-the-job training will be with employer partners dedicated to teaching and mutually exploring a longer term employment relationship for career advancement

Required Qualifications:

  • Must be able to lift 40 pounds from the ground and perform physically demanding tasks
  • Willingness to learn and contribute positively to a productive work environment
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality are essential
  • Dedication to attend the full 8 weeks of the program
  • Ability to commute to training center and worksites

Preferred Qualifications

  • Residence in West Philadelphia

Benefits

  • $9.00 per hour for the duration of classroom and on-the-job training

Dates

  • Session One: June 3rd to August 2nd (No class week of 4th of July)
  • Session Two: July 8th to August 30th

Work Location: In person at the Community College of Philadelphia’s West Regional Center - 4725 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia PA 19139

 

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
 
BlocPower™ provides equal employment opportunities(EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, BlocPower™ complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
 
BlocPower™ expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of BlocPower™ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.