Recent College Graduate? Get Out of the Classroom with Evergreen Home Performance

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If you have recently completed your degree, Evergreen Home Performance wants to take a moment and say, “Congratulations!” Finishing a degree is an accomplishment in any era, but to do so amidst a global pandemic shows resilience, a strong work ethic, and resourcefulness.

All of these characteristics will do you well in whatever career path you choose, but here at Evergreen Home Performance, they are particularly useful in helping make the homes of your fellow Mainers more comfortable, more energy-efficient, and even healthier. 

Use Your Hands to Make a Difference

Finding purpose in your work is paramount to career longevity – and here at Evergreen, we like to think we have that in spades. Through superior energy efficiency remodeling services –  like insulation, air sealing, energy audits, window replacement, and attic or basement work – Evergreen brings the emerging fields of building science and home performance to Maine homeowners. 

By reducing the energy required to keep these homes comfortable, you will play a significant role in reducing Maine’s carbon emissions, which slows the harmful effects of climate change here in Maine and throughout the rest of the world. 

Put Down the Books, Pick Up Your Tools!

If you are a lifelong learner, then you know books and classrooms aren’t always going to be the source of your education. And if you’re weary of sitting at a desk all day and you enjoy an active lifestyle, then the career opportunities Evergreen offers will give you the chance to put your smarts and your passion to work in a way that produces tangible and lasting benefits.

Here at Evergreen, we seek recent college grads that are hungry to learn, enjoy thinking outside the box, and want to put their values to work to produce real change in Maine. We provide on-the-job training to help you transform your academic skills into on-the-ground project design and implementation skills. Evergreen careers provide opportunity for personal growth, professional development, and the satisfaction of working in a tight-knit team. 

Coworkers from a Variety of Backgrounds

A diverse workforce makes for a strong and resilient workforce. Each of our employees brings a unique perspective to the table. We employ craftsmen and women from different trades, former military service men and women, folks with PhDs, former farmers, new Mainers, sub-contractors, and much more. Where you are coming from will never be as important as where you plan to go, and we will give you the physical and educational tools you need to succeed. 

Hear From Our Employees First Hand!

We recognize we may be a little biased on how great it is to work at Evergreen. So, hear from our employees themselves by watching the video below:

Ready to start a rewarding career, right out of college? Apply at Evergreen Home Performance today! Call 207-594-2244 or get in touch here

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Evergreen came out 2 years ago to do an assessment and insulate our roof. This year we had them come back and do the basement as well. They are hands-down the best crew we've ever hired to work on our house. They are experts at what they do, and super meticulous in their work. After working in our house for a week with blown insulation, there was no trace they were ever here. We've seen a huge decrease in our energy bills while at the same time the house has become way more comfortable. Can't recommend them enough.

RC Lations II

Portland

Last week, my oil company asked if we were using some other kind of fuel because our usage was so much less than they had expected We are very happy with the results; the house is much more comfortable

Steve T.

St. George

Our house still the most efficient home we’ve ever lived in. And we have you folks to thank for that! A special howdy to Brian Robinson please!

Bruce O’Donal and Eva Butler

Great team!

George S.

Bath

We are thrilled with the job Evergreen did to transform our 213 year old home into a warm, draft-free, cozy space. The entire team led by Bruce was prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and hard working. If Evergreen could transform our home in this way, we are sure they would make a comparable difference in YOUR home!

Jonathan M.

Bridgton

Evergreen did a fantastic job insulating our 1930's home. The onsite team was professional, clean, and really just a joy to interact with throughout the process. A blower test at the end showed a significant decrease in air leakage. I highly recommend Evergreen.

Kristen H.

South Portland

Great job installing windows and insulation.

Bob S.

Rockland

Greetings one and all! I am writing to express my gratitude to all involved in my insulation project.  From start to finish, I appreciate the universal theme which was maintained by each and every one of you, to ensure that my home was insulated and protected from freezing pipes as if it was your home. Andrea, thanks for helping me navigate my way to the project. Nate, thanks for the thorough initial assessment and the time you took to explain this project to me, step by step. Brian, thanks for setting up my project - so happy

Michele

I was extremely pleased with the professionalism and quality of service that I received from the Evergreen team. I met Richard to discuss options for insulation. I knew immediately that I wanted to do business with them because he did not try to over-sell extra services that I did not need. Dave was the project manager. He was not only kind, but very respectful of my home. I would highly recommend this company.

Darlyann M

Bath

Working with Brian and with Nate and the rest of the crew was a pleasure. They made everything very easy and understandable. This was a major renovation and they were always at the ready with a lot of information. We had an extensive renovation on the basement which was a dirt basement and it came out beautifully. We can already tell from all of the insulation work what a difference it's made in sound and temperature. Brian worked with me on the rebates that are available when you do this kind of work. I would highly recommend this company to…

Valerie L.

Rockland

I waited a year to write this review. Evergreen finished our job late last winter. Terrific results!!! we've gone from 12-day propane deliveries to 30+ day propane deliveries. The house is noticeably warmer. The Evergreen crew was/is professional, prompt, thorough, scientific, gracious and immaculate with respect to keeping our house clean. Money well spent.

John E.

Boothbay

Evergreen has a professional and reliable team of people who do excellent work. If you want the best of the best in the area, select Evergreen to accomplish your insulation needs.

Mary E.

St. George

The Evergreen team was amazing from initial assessment and planning to the crew that came to complete the work. Our basement encapsulation is the best money we've spent on our house by far. The work was thorough and high quality. And what a wonderful group of people to work with. I highly recommend Evergreen!

Martha Bracy

"Working with Evergreen from start to finish was a great experience." See what our customers have to say about their experience with Evergreen Home Performance. 

Jeff L.

I have always been impressed by the high level of service, quality of work, and excellent follow-through provided by Evergreen Home Performance in the three projects that they completed at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm over the past several years.

Paul D.

Wells

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