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Weatherization Installers and Technicians

SOC 47-4099.03

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.

Green Occupation Zone 2 Construction and Extraction

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening

3.2

Speaking

3.2

Monitoring

3.2

Critical Thinking

3.1

Operation Monitoring

3.1

Judgment and Decision Making

3.1

Systems Analysis

3.1

Reading Comprehension

3.0

Knowledge Areas 8

Building and Construction

4.1

Customer and Personal Service

3.7

Mechanical

3.5

Mathematics

3.2

Production and Processing

3.1

Administration and Management

3.1

Clerical

3.0

English Language

3.0

Key Tasks

1Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.

2Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.

3Maintain activity logs, financial transaction logs, or other records of weatherization work performed.

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

5Prepare or assist in the preparation of bids, contracts, or written reports related to weatherization work.

Also Known As

Air Sealing Technician Building Analyst/Supervisor Building Energy Retrofit Technician Compounding Technician Director Construction Services Director of Housing and Energy Services Energy Administrator Energy Assistant Energy Auditor Energy Conservation Director