Title:  Weatherization Field Technician I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:

Weatherization Field Technicians perform skilled energy conservation and weatherization duties to improve homes that have been determined eligible for home energy assistance.

DUTIES:

• Receives work orders from the Auditor-Inspector and the Field Supervisor concerning repair work necessary on each project; loads materials, travels to jobsites and performs necessary weatherization improvements that have been pre-determined on the energy audit form.
• Performs skilled work on each home including: weatherstripping, caulking, carpentry, drywall repair, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, installation of insulation products, door and window repair and replacement, ductwork sealing and repair, storm window installation, venting installation and repair, and other necessary weatherization improvements on the homes.
• Accurately accounts for all materials used on each project and provides proper documentation on required paperwork.
• Properly uses and maintains assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Complies with all safety rules and policies to include proper use and maintenance of safety equipment and following established safe work practices.
• Completes required administrative paperwork and reports, and submits as required

REQUIREMENTS:

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, vendors and clients.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical skills.
• Knowledge of residential construction techniques.
• Physical ability to perform strenuous labor.
• Some knowledge of energy conservation techniques and practices.
• Working knowledge of tools and materials required to accomplish weatherization improvements

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG):

• Accountability
• Accessibility
• Inclusivity
• Integrity

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ years of residential construction trade experience
• Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience:
Experience in residential energy conservation

Pre-Employment Additional Requirements:

• Must successfully pass pre-employment testing which includes an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR) and background check.
• BPI Certification required and or the ability to acquire within six (6) months of appointment into position.
• Must supply own hand tools

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is often performed in adverse weather conditions such as extremes in heat and cold, ranging from 0- 130 degrees, and in unconventional areas such as attics and crawl spaces where the required clearance may be 14 inches.
• Nature of work requires some exposure to dirty conditions and hazardous materials such as fiberglass, asbestos and lead-based paint. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.

• Spends 10% of the time sitting and 90% of the time either standing or walking.
• Frequently lifts, carries, pulls or pushes up to 50 lbs.
• Frequently uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry in excess of 35 lbs.
• Frequently climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.
• Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.
• Frequently use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.
• Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Definitions:

• Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
• Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
• Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.