Weatherization Installers and Technicians

What Does a Weatherization Installers and Technicians Do?

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.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• 1Test combustible appliances, such as gas appliances.
• 2Determine amount of air leakage in buildings, using a blower door machine.
• 3Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
• 4Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency.
• 5Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.
• 6Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes.
• 7Apply insulation materials, such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.
• 8Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall.

Required Skills

• Database software
• Energy auditing software
• Energy use ratings databases
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office software
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Windows