What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hybrid Duct Cleaning / Insulation Technician Assistant position at Capitol Duct Cleaning?
Duct Cleaning & Insulation Installer / Helper
Capitol Duct Cleaning | Olympia–Tacoma Service Area
Starting pay: $18 per hour
Starting pay: $18 per hour
Capitol Duct Cleaning is seeking a dependable, hands-on team member for a combined duct-cleaning and insulation role. You’ll assist lead technicians with air-duct cleaning, insulation installation and removal, job-site preparation, and cleanup. Assignments will vary based on the daily schedule.
This is an on-site field position. Prior duct-cleaning, insulation, or construction experience is helpful but not required.
What you’ll do
Duct cleaning
- Help set up, operate, and pack away duct-cleaning equipment under a lead technician’s direction.
- Assist with cleaning supply and return ductwork, registers, and grilles.
- Handle hoses, tools, and equipment so the crew can complete jobs efficiently.
- Help protect floors, furnishings, and surrounding work areas.
Insulation
- Help remove old insulation and prepare attics and crawl spaces for installation.
- Install insulation, vapor barriers, and air-sealing materials under the lead installer’s direction.
- Load, unload, and organize materials, tools, and equipment.
Every job
- Follow safety procedures and requirements for protective equipment.
- Keep work areas organized and leave customers’ homes clean.
- Report job-site concerns, damaged materials, and equipment problems promptly.
- Help document completed work with photos and job notes.
- Communicate respectfully with customers and coworkers.
What we’re looking for
- Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a willingness to learn both services.
- Ability to follow instructions and work effectively alongside a lead technician.
- Comfort working in attics, crawl spaces, confined areas, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to perform essential physical tasks—including lifting and carrying materials, moving equipment, climbing ladders, kneeling, and crawling—with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Careful handling of tools and respect for customers’ property.
- Reliable transportation to the designated reporting location.
- A valid driver’s license if assigned to drive a company vehicle.
Pay and work expectations
- Starting base pay of $18 per hour.
- This position supports both duct cleaning and insulation, depending on business needs.
- Work involves physical activity and travel between customer job sites.
- Daily assignments and start times depend on the job schedule.
- Progression to greater responsibility will depend on demonstrated skills, safe work practices, quality, and reliability.
Salary : $18 - $22