Lead Installer (Home Energy Retrofits, Insulation)

The Lead Installer position at EnviroCentre in Ottawa involves supervising a team to deliver home energy efficiency services, including insulation and air sealing. The role requires expertise in the Ontario Building Code, strong safety standards, and excellent customer service. Key responsibilities include conducting site assessments, training junior staff, performing diagnostic tests, and ensuring quality assurance. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of $65,000 - $75,000.
Job Details

Position: EnviroCentre Build – Lead Installer
Organization: EnviroCentre
Location: 38 Antares Drive, Unit 1000, Nepean, ON K2E 7V2
Type: Full-time, permanent
Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000
Reports to: EnviroCentre Build – Business Manager
Vacancy Status: New Vacancy

About Us
EnviroCentre is an Ottawa-based environmental not-for-profit that supports residents, enterprises, and communities to find practical ways to reduce their environmental impact in ways that benefit our communities. Our four key impact areas are Home Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Transportation, Waste and Circular Economy, and Green Infrastructure. We have been working for twenty‑five years to promote practical climate action and awareness in our local communities and Eastern Ontario, and we are one of the leading agencies in environmental action.
As a leading Canadian delivery agent in home energy retrofits and energy services, and a social enterprise innovator in energy efficiency programming, EnviroCentre currently houses a Retrofit Accelerator service for social housing providers, four PACE loan projects across the province, and a registered energy advisor training program, as well as delivering energy affordability program services across Eastern Ontario. We are adding a new social enterprise to our roster, one that will support the acceleration of home energy retrofits and support the growth of careers in the sector.


EnviroCentre BUILD will provide green retrofit services to homeowners in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario, as well as a trades career training and mentorship program for adults facing employment barriers. We are looking for a dynamic, innovative manager with experience in the retrofit construction sector, and demonstrated ability to grow and scale new initiatives, to lead the start‑up of this new social enterprise.


Job Description
The position of Lead Installer is ideal for an experienced insulation and air sealing contractor who has an excellent understanding of the Ontario Building Code, the benefits of energy efficiency measures, and great customer service skills. This role requires high standards of safety, efficiency, and quality.
Key Responsibilities

Supervise and lead a team of installers in the delivery of energy efficiency services at client sites, including insulation and air sealing, prioritizing safety and quality execution.
Conduct site assessments, interpret building layouts, and diagnose areas requiring energy efficiency improvements.
Provide on‑the‑job training to junior staff and mentees in the areas of insulation installation and air sealing.
Install insulation (various types), air sealing materials, and other related energy efficiency upgrades, using industry best practices and tools.
Train and mentor crew members to maintain consistency and adherence to safety standards and installation protocols.
Perform diagnostic tests such as blower door testing to evaluate installation effectiveness and energy loss.
Document project details, report installation progress, and track completed work for quality assurance and inventory purposes.
Communicate professionally with clients before, during, and after installations to educate and answer questions about energy efficiency measures.
Oversee the management and upkeep of equipment, tools, and materials in collaboration with warehouse and inventory teams.
Support a culture of continuous improvement by implementing feedback, process refinements, and reporting on safety incidents or operational challenges.
Promote the values and mission of EnviroCentre Build while out in the field and interacting with the public.
Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills and Experience

Certification or significant training in insulation installation, building envelope, and/or equivalent trade experience.
Minimum 5+ years field experience in insulation, weatherization, or related energy efficiency upgrades.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, including experience training and guiding teams.
Strong proficiency in interpreting building plans and conducting diagnostic tests (e.g., blower door, pressure diagnostics).
Good knowledge of health and safety procedures for construction and retrofitting environments.
Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
Basic data management/computer skills for reporting and documentation.
Valid Ontario driver’s license and ability to meet physical requirements of fieldwork, such as lifting up to 50 lbs, frequent bending, ladder use, and accessing attics or crawl spaces.
Experience driving large vehicles, including 5 tonne trucks and cube vans.