Weatherization Installers and Technicians

Course Advisor, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking Weatherization Installers or Technicians to improve home energy efficiency through repairs and HVAC work. This role involves conducting energy audits, advising clients, and performing preventive maintenance. Essential skills include active listening, critical thinking, and familiarity with various software tools such as Microsoft Office and SAP. Strong prospects for job growth are anticipated in states like Colorado and Idaho, with an extensive training program available for new hires.

Qualifications

• Ability to explain energy conservation measures and repair work.
• Strong communication skills and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC work and energy audits.
• Inspect buildings to identify weatherization needs.
• Prepare cost estimates for weatherization services.

Skills

Active Listening

Monitoring

Speaking

Judgment and Decision Making

Systems Analysis

Critical Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Project

Database software

SAP software

Job description

Job Description & Duties

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.

List of Weatherization Installer or Technician Job Duties

• Explain energy conservation measures, such as the use of low‑flow showerheads and energy‑efficient lighting.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
• Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.
• Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments.
• Prepare cost estimates or specifications for rehabilitation or weatherization services.
• Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation.

Qualities of a Weatherization Installer or Technician

Weatherization Installers and Technicians state the following job skills are important in their day‑to‑day work.

• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Monitoring: Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Systems Analysis: Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Types of Weatherization Installer or Technician Jobs

• Weatherization Crew Member
• Weatherization Installer
• Weatherization Technician

Job Outlook for Weatherization Installers and Technicians

In the United States, there were 42,700 jobs for Weatherization Installer or Technician in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 9.6% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 4,100 new jobs for Weatherization Installer or Technician by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 5,100 job openings in this field each year.

The states with the most job growth for Weatherization Installer or Technician are District of Columbia, Colorado, and Idaho. Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, Alaska or Virginia. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Tools Weatherization Installers and Technicians Use

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Windows
• Microsoft Project
• Database software
• SAP software