Energy-Efficiency Home Assessor & Weatherization Expert

PACIFIC ASIAN CONSORTIUM IN EMPLOYMENT; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

PACE Energy and Environmental Services is seeking a candidate to perform energy audits and weatherization assessments in the greater Los Angeles area under a California LIHEAP contract. The role involves safety compliance, conducting building assessments, recommending weatherization measures, coordinating with HVAC subcontractors, and documenting results.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), at least two years' experience in weatherization or construction,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or two years' experience in a similar field; an associate degree is preferred.
• At least two years' experience in assessment work in the construction/weatherization field.
• Experience in HVAC, plumbing and electrical work a must.
• Proficient in computer skills necessary to operate energy audit programs and other functions needed to perform the job.
• Ability to analyze field issues and complete mathematical calculations and other technical field reports;
• Ability to understand policies/procedures and standards required by funding source/s;
• Ability to perform Energy Audit (REM), Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, Shell Sealing and Duct Blaster Testing;
• Must pass Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, REM Energy Audit, Shell Sealing and Duct Blaster Training certificates;
• Pass all the required online trainings such as Worksite, Environmental Hazard and Lead-Safe Weatherization; Asbestos Training Class;
• Certified as an Assessor is a must
• Able to work in a high temperature environment and confined areas/spaces
• Must be physically fit to wear dust mask and or half mask respirators and other proper safety gear as required by PACE and Cal OSHA;
• Experience installing solar thermal and/or photovoltaic preferred;
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare reports, correspondence, technical drawings, and diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of the Field Operation Supervisor, the person hired shall: Complete building assessments/energy audits on client’s homes/apartments to determine feasibility or non-feasibility of weatherization including solar thermal/photovoltaic & heating/cooling services.
• Complete pre-CAS testing on all gas appliances in units assessed and post-repair and replacement testing after HVAC work is complete.
• Complete Duct leakage testing/Shell leakage testing for dwellings as required;
• Complete CSD-approved Energy Audit in a single and multi-family dwelling as required;
• Review and approve work orders and proposals of subcontractors, if needed;
• Submit timely and accurate assessment, CASIF and other required documents on a daily basis;
• Educate clients of the benefits received from weatherization services and provide energy conservation, budget counseling, mold & moisture/radon/asbestos pamphlets/flyers and lead safe information and information on materials;
• Be on top of issues related to quality assurance that includes writing up of staff/crews that produce sub-standard work to be reported to Field Operation Supervisor;
• Oversee crew leader/s and installer/s while working on the same job site, as needed;
• Work schedule will involve after hours and/or weekend assignments, as needed by the program;
• Oversee contractors for compliance and provide on the job training;

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical work

Analytical skills

Energy audit software

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Energy audit software

Job description

PACE Energy and Environmental Services is seeking a candidate to perform energy audits and weatherization assessments in the greater Los Angeles area under a California LIHEAP contract. The role involves safety compliance, conducting building assessments, recommending weatherization measures, coordinating with HVAC subcontractors, and documenting results.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), at least two years' experience in weatherization or construction,