Insulation Takeoff Technician

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Insulation Takeoff Technician (Sales Track)


Location: Upstate New York
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $16/hour plus production pay for completed takeoffs

Build a Career in Construction Sales


We are seeking an ambitious, self-motivated individual to join our team as an Insulation Takeoff Technician (Sales Track).

This position is designed for someone who wants more than a desk job. The successful candidate will learn the technical side of insulation and spray foam estimating while developing the skills needed to transition into a commissioned sales role.

You will work directly with project plans, builders, general contractors, architects, and developers to identify opportunities, perform takeoffs, and support our sales and estimating efforts.

Individuals who demonstrate strong initiative, communication skills, and business development ability may advance into an Outside Sales Representative position.

Responsibilities


Takeoff & Estimating Support

• Review residential and commercial construction plans
• Perform insulation and spray foam takeoffs
• Calculate material quantities and assemblies
• Identify wall, ceiling, attic, roof, and foundation insulation requirements
• Maintain organized project files and documentation
• Process plan revisions and updates

Lead Generation & Business Development

• Review plan rooms and construction project sources for bidding opportunities
• Identify builders, general contractors, developers, and architects

Research project contacts and maintain prospect databases 

• Request plans, specifications, and bid invitations
• Assist with customer follow-up activities
• Support sales and estimating teams in developing new business opportunities

What You'll Learn


This position provides hands-on training in:

• Construction plan reading
• Building science and energy efficiency
• Spray foam and insulation systems
• Estimating and quantity takeoffs
• Bid preparation
• Lead generation
• Contractor relationship development
• Construction sales

Ideal Candidate


We're looking for someone who:

• Is motivated to build a long-term career
• Has strong attention to detail
• Enjoys learning technical information
• Is comfortable communicating with contractors and builders
• Can work independently
• Takes initiative without constant supervision
• Is interested in advancing into sales or business development

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction experience
• Estimating or takeoff experience
• Insulation, HVAC, framing, roofing, drywall, or other building trades experience
• Familiarity with construction drawings
• Proficiency with computers and PDF-based plan review

Compensation


Base Pay

• $16.00 per hour
• Plus production pay

Expected first-year earnings are typically in the $40,000-$55,000 range, depending on production and workload.

Advancement Opportunity


This role is intended to develop future sales representatives.

Employees who demonstrate:

• Strong plan-reading ability
• Consistent production
• Initiative in identifying opportunities
• Effective communication with customers and contractors
• Ability to generate qualified leads

may advance into positions involving:

• Estimating
• Project management
• Business development
• Outside sales
• Commission-based sales

If you're looking for a career path that starts with learning the business and leads to sales and earning potential, we'd like to talk with you.