ABOUT US

Partners for Community Development, Inc. provides resources that connect our community with safe and affordable housing, while building life strengthening opportunities.

Partners for Community Development, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) that focuses on social services programs and providing the best service to the community in energy assistance, residential energy conservation, housing rehabilitation, and home-buying assistance.

Partners serves the Eastern Wisconsin counties of Brown, Door, Kewaunee, Manitowoc, Calumet, Sheboygan, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Donna Wendlandt
Chairman of the Board

Wendy Lucarelli
Vice Chairman

Rebecah Wickert-Carini
Secretary

Jill Kleiber
Treasurer

Crystal Fieber
Past Chairman

Kristin Bell Abell

Abbey Plocar

Meredith Sauer

Karen Lepisto

Tracey Schmidt

Adam Vanderheyden

Christine Ramos

Karin Kirchmeier
Executive Director

Linda Barthels
Human Resources Director

John Fleet
Weatherization & Housing Director

Debra Wigand
Finance Director

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

When you work for Partners for Community Development, Inc., every day is more than just a workday, it’s an opportunity to help others. Partners offers a flexible work schedule while having the ability to continually support the community. We are a team of professionals dedicated to building up our neighborhoods to help create better places to live.

All resumes and cover letters can be emailed to careers@partners4cd.com.

HVAC SPECIALIST (Milwaukee)

EMPLOYER: PARTNERS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, INC.

POSITION: HVAC Specialist – Milwaukee                                                                   

SUPERVISOR: HVAC Lead and Weatherization Program Manager

 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The HVAC Specialist assists with replacing furnaces, cleaning and tune-ups, duct installation, duct repair, testing, and other work related to HVAC services in residential buildings.  This position requires a one-on-one working relationship with program clientele and is essential to the agency’s public image through strong interpersonal and communication skills.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Assists with weatherization work in general.
  • Assists energy auditors, weatherization crewpersons, and other construction professionals with making residents’ homes energy efficient.
  • Maintain an accurate inventory of tools and supplies as assigned.
  • Perform a variety of activities normally performed by an HVAC Installer/Technician.
  • Assists with other aspects of weatherization jobs as needed.
  • Attend meetings and training seminars for continual education as required.
  • Contingent on production/staffing needs: fill in as a weatherization crew person as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • HVAC Qualifier License or willingness to work towards license is preferred.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain State Certified Lead Supervisor License and State Certified Asbestos Supervisor License.
  • Must have one to three years’ experience in HVAC field.
  • Maintain a valid driver’s license, excellent driving record, dependable transportation, and proof of auto liability insurance.
  • Ability to work in demanding environments with people of diverse personalities.
  • Must possess basic carpentry skills.
  • Experience in weatherization techniques and product installation is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of hazardous materials found in older construction.
  • Must demonstrate good working habits, including punctuality, motivation, and compliance with rules and regulations.
  • Must have the capability of working with minimal supervision.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in demanding environments and extreme weather conditions.
  • Ability to use ladders and work at heights of up to four (4) stories.
  • Ability to work for extended periods of time in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
  • Able to lift and carry safely up to 60 lbs.
  • Ability to climb, stoop, balance, crouch, crawl, and/or kneel continually.

HOW TO APPLY: Please email resume to careers@partners4cd.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan

ENERGY AUDITOR/FINAL INSPECTOR (Milwaukee)

POSITION: Energy Auditor / Final Inspector

SUPERVISOR: Weatherization Program Manager

LOCATION: Brown Deer

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Energy Auditor / Final Inspector assesses homes for energy efficiency improvements to be performed and conducts follow-up inspections on eligible client homes. They are responsible for quality control, energy audits, field inspections, completion of all the necessary documentation, and related field activities.

JOB DUTIES:

  • Enter all handwritten audit information into the computer, prepare work orders, agreements, purchase orders, send out bid requests for heating equipment if required and all the necessary documents that are required leading up to the completion of a Weatherization job.
  • Participate in required training and meetings, and develop strong computer skills to adequately perform computerized work and WISWAP duties. Read, decipher and adhere to the rules and regulations on Weatherization Manual and Weatherization Field Guide.
  • Perform final inspections on weatherized homes as assigned, take the steps necessary to authorize the correction of deficiencies, and coordinate the performance of quality control checks on all completed units within three months of their completion.
  • Work very close with foreman performing work on projects you audited and provided a work order. Ensure that issues encountered by foreman on the job are worked out. Do not allow changes to the work order without your approval.
  • Assist in the duties of other employees during their absence and/or when assigned. Perform weatherization measures unassisted on jobs that are determined to be “one person jobs”.
  • Develop a close relationship with sub-contractors performing work on jobs you provided an energy audit and work order.
  • Assist the Program Manager, on an as needed basis, in the selection process based on priority of the cases. Schedule and perform weatherization audits in conjunction with Home HQS inspections for all housing programs following guidelines set forth by the state/federal government.
  • Implement all aspects of the HOME Rental Rehabilitation and Program, including but not limited to client relations, conducting HQS inspections, developing project work scopes, supervising contractors performance, and ensuring contract rehabilitation compliance.
  • Assist in the duties of others during their absence.
  • Foster relationships with peers, and supervisors to ensure a harmonious work environment and professional relationships.
  • Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Weatherization Director, and/or the Program Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Educational and/or professional experience in the areas of energy audit, carpentry, insulation or any other related building trade.
  • Prefer someone with Quality Control Inspector certification from the Building Performance Institute.
  • Computer knowledge and experience preferred,
  • Capacity and willingness to learn the operations of the blower door, pressure diagnostic detector, carbon monoxide tester and other new products and equipment to improve older dwelling, and be willing to share and train other personnel these skills.
  • Capacity and willingness to seek licenses and certification in the Home Improvement, Home Rehabilitation, Weatherization and Energy Conservation Professional Field.
  • Ability to work in demanding environments and with people of diverse personalities.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • A valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, Auto Insurance, and a good driving record.
  • Able and willing to supervise and train unskilled and skilled personnel under your supervision.

How to Apply:  Send resume to careers@partners4cd.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan

WEATHERIZATION TECHNICIAN (Milwaukee, Sheboygan)

Excellent opportunity to learn weatherization and home improvement skills while making a difference in the community.

Worksite: Partners’ service areas in Eastern Wisconsin (Facilities located in Brown Deer, Sheboygan and Sturgeon Bay)

Benefits of working for Partners include:
– 4 Day work-week, Mondays – Thursdays
– Paid weekly
– Competitive pay – earn between $18.00 and $24.00 per hour based on experience.
– Advancement opportunities – we promote from within the agency.
– Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
– Paid time off and holidays.
– Safety shoe reimbursement. Uniform allowance.
– No prior experience necessary.

JOB DUTIES:
The Weatherization Technician performs duties that relate to rehabilitation and weatherization of customers’ homes. These duties include, but are not limited to, insulation of attics, insulation of sidewalls and floors, installation of vents, weather-stripping and other weatherization, home repair and energy measures as assigned.

– Develop and use skills in home improvement, rehabilitation, weatherization and energy saving techniques.
– Safely and adequately operate tools and equipment utilized in the performance of tasks.
– Assist in loading and unloading of department vehicles.
– Assist with the maintenance and inventory control of equipment, tools and material.
– Responsible for satisfactory completion of assigned work.
– Attendance and participation in work related training and seminars as directed by supervisor.
– Respect customers’ property and personal matters. Maintain confidentiality of clients’ personal information.
– Foster relationships with peers, and supervisors to ensure a positive work environment and professional relationships.
– Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
– Willingness to learn weatherization/insulation techniques, home improvement skills, and how to use diagnostic equipment used in assessing the energy efficiency of a home.
– Ability and willingness to learn to read and decipher work orders and conduct basic math related to construction and material estimation.
– Ability to interact well with diverse personalities.
– Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in demanding environments and extreme weather conditions.
– Ability to use ladders and work at heights of up to four (4) stories.
– Ability to work for extended periods of time in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
– Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs.
– A valid Wisconsin driver’s license, auto insurance, and a good driving record.

HOW TO APPLY: Please email resume to careers@partners4cd.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Working Under an Affirmative Action Plan