Date/Time
Date(s) - 06/23/2021
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Category(ies)

• Bronx
• Construction
• South Bronx

NYC Cool Roofs provides:

• 10-11 weeks of full-time, paid work experience installing energy saving reflective rooftops at a starting wage of $15 per hour.
• Opportunity to earn credentials in the construction sector, including OSHA 30 Site Safety Training Card (SST), 4-Hour Flagger, 4-Hour Scaffold User, and CPR/First Aid certifications at no cost
• Ongoing career and job connection support for the construction sector

Minimum requirements:

• Age 18 or older
• New York City resident
• Able to work a flexible schedule that includes early mornings and weekends
• Able to navigate New York City and travel to installation sites throughout the five boroughs
• Committed to pursuing a career in construction
• Able to perform manual labor, such as climbing stairs, carrying 50-pound buckets, and working on a roof in all weather conditions
• Able to wear a mask for a 7-hour shift and follow safety protocols
• Able to work with paint that contains latex and silicone ingredients

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior driving and construction experience
• Able to use email, phone, and maps applications

Due to COVID-19, certifications and other classroom-based trainings are offered virtually. NYC CoolRoofs may be able to assist participants with technology to support virtual learning.

When: Wednesday, June 23 at 2:00 pm via Zoom

Where: Online information session. All applicants that register for this event will receive an email, which will include virtual info session details and a link.

Follow these steps to register for this event in the NYCHA self-service portal – https://selfserve.nycha.info/  

1. Register for online access & log-in to self-service portal https://selfserve.nycha.info/ which will allow you to manage your own events.
2. Once you are logged in, Click “View Details.”
3. Click “Opportunity Connect” on the bottom left side.
4. Click “Upcoming Events” on the left side.
5. Select “Query.”
6. Go to the “Event Name” column.
7. Type exactly as shown here (case sensitive): The Hope Program South Bronx – NYC CoolRoof 6-23-2021
8. Press Enter.
9. Click “View Details.“
10. Click “RSVP.“
11. Check your email for confirmation once you RSVP. Check “My Events” to see all of your scheduled events.

You can also call the REES Hotline at 718-289-8100 to register for the event.