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Career overview · SOC 47-4099

Weatherization Installers and Technicians

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.

Also called: Energy Administrator · Field Technician · Weatherization and Housing Inspector · Weatherization Installer · Weatherization Technician · Weatherization Worker

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Top skills employers ask for

Ranked by O*NET importance for this occupation.

  • Monitoring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Active Learning
  • Mathematics
  • Learning Strategies
  • Science

What they actually do

Core O*NET tasks for this role.

  • Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
  • Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency.
  • Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.
  • Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes.
  • Apply insulation materials, such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.
  • Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall.
  • Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments.
  • Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation.
  • Prepare and apply weather-stripping, glazing, caulking, or door sweeps to reduce energy losses.
  • Clean and maintain tools and equipment.

Tools & technology

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Windows
  • SAP software
  • Database software
  • Energy auditing software
  • Energy use ratings databases
  • Salesforce.com Salesforce CRM
  • Web browser software
  • Work scheduling software
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft Word

Knowledge areas

  • Building and Construction
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Mechanical
  • Administration and Management
  • Education and Training
  • Mathematics
  • English Language
  • Public Safety and Security