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"Weatherization Installers and Technician"
Job Description - Part 1 - Duties and Tasks

Basic Job Description:

Perform a variety of activities to weatherize homes and make them more energy efficient. Duties include repairing windows, insulating ducts, and performing heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) work. May perform energy audits and advise clients on energy conservation measures.

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge

 

Job Duties and Tasks for: "Weatherization Installers and Technician"

1) Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.

2) Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes.

 

3) Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.

4) Apply insulation materials such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.

5) Explain energy conservation measures, such as the use of low flow showerheads and energy efficient lighting.


 

6) Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency.

7) Install storm windows or storm doors and verify proper fit.

8) Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall.

9) Prepare and apply weather-stripping, glazing, caulking, or door sweeps to reduce energy losses.

10) Prepare cost estimates or specifications for rehabilitation or weatherization services.

11) Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation.

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12) Wrap water heaters with water heater blankets.

13) Apply spackling, compounding, or other materials to repair holes in walls.

14) Clean and maintain tools and equipment.

 

15) Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments.

16) Explain recommendations, policies, procedures, requirements, or other related information to residents or building owners.

17) Maintain activity logs, financial transaction logs, or other records of weatherization work performed.

18) Prepare or assist in the preparation of bids, contracts, or written reports related to weatherization work.

Job Description for "Weatherization Installers and Technician" continued here...

Part 1
Duties / Tasks
Part 2
Activities
Part 3
Skills
Part 4
Abilities
Part 5
Knowledge


"Weatherization Installers and Technician"   Holland / RIASEC Career Code:  NA        SOC:  47-4099.03


 

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