SAN DIEGO — WD-40 Co. and Rebuilding Together® are conducting a national search for the 2011 Tradesperson of the Year™ — someone who gives back to the community, adds value to his or her skilled trade industry, and reflects the values of Rebuilding Together and WD-40 Co.

Individuals can nominate qualified skilled trade professionals at RTTradespersonOfTheYear.com until Jan. 20, 2012. Six finalists will be chosen from specific skilled trade categories, including: HVAC/plumber, electrician, carpenter, contractor, painter, and roofer. One grand-prize winner will receive a Super Bowl getaway for two to the 2013 Super Bowl in New Orleans, including air travel, lodging, game tickets, and $500 in cash. Each finalist will also be a guest on a live national radio broadcast of “On the House with the Carey Brothers.”

“At WD-40 Co., we value doing the right thing, making it better than it is today and creating positive lasting memories,” said Tim Lesmeister, vice president of marketing at WD-40 Co. “Skilled trade professionals use WD-40® Multi-Use Product for hundreds of tasks on the jobsite, and we want to honor those who are leaders in their industries and generous in their communities.”