Weatherization Crew Leader at PACE

Compensation Range: $24.00 to to $30.00 hourly plus excellent benefits.

***This position is on-site at our DTLA HQ and will travel to local Field Sites***

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND
PACE is local community nonprofit organization founded in 1975 to provide job training and placement services for the Asian Pacific Islander communities in Los Angeles. PACE has since expanded into a variety of service areas, all tailored to meet the growing and changing needs of the multi-ethnic communities in Los Angeles County. Now, in addition to job training and employment services, significant PACE programs encompass: Business Development; Early Childhood Education (Head Start); Financial Education and Asset Building; Housing and Rehabilitation Services; Weatherization and Energy-conservation programs; and Affordable Housing Development. PACE serves more than 40,000 people each year with our wide scope of services with approximately 350+ staff. PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs and is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriads of challenges faced by our clients. Please visit our website to learn more about our organization: https://pacela.org/

PACE�S ENERGY DEPARTMENT
The PACE Energy Department provides Home Energy Assistance, Weatherization and other services to low-income residents of the greater Los Angeles area. These programs provide utility bill assistance and install measures to help improve the energy efficiency, safety and comfort of eligible homeowners or apartment renters. The new employee will be hired under a contract between PACE and the State of California Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) to implement programs under the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) and the Department of Energy�s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). https://pacela.org/our-work/energy/

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Under the guidance of the Field Supervisor, the individual hired shall perform and be responsible for the following duties:

• Comply with and practice safety procedures and guidelines in accordance with PACE and Cal OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) safety standards and guidelines;
• Oversee/supervise/assign work to crew members;
• Perform pre-and post-Combustion Appliance Safety (CAS) Tests on all gas appliances as specified in the Technical Reference Manual issued by the State of California, Department of Community Services and Development (CSD);
• Take subsequent actions needed after each CAS test performed, prepare and submit appropriate reports after each test and submit these to the Field Operation Supervisor in a timely manner;
• Perform required Shell Leakage/Duct Sealing, prepare appropriate reports after each test is completed and submit the reports to the Field Supervisor in a timely manner;
• Read, understand, interpret and fill out all required CSD forms in electronic/paper format;
• Ensure HVAC/Electrical contractors� work completed is in compliance with CSD standards, policies & procedures and city building codes;
• Install all feasible mandatory and optional measures as necessary, including but not limited to weatherstripping, minor home repairs, electric base load measures, infiltration reduction measures, attic, floor and wall insulation, solar thermal/photovoltaic systems, etc.;
• Respond to all daily issues and concerns of the crew and provide guidance as necessary;
• Respond/take immediate action needed when dealing with client/property managers concerning issues at the site;
• Complete, review and approve daily work activity reports that track actual working hours and measures installed and completed for self and crew members prior to submission to the office;
• Track all pending measures to be installed on daily log sheets to ensure completion of units prior to reporting;
• Effectively supervise and manage work of assigned installers;
• Enforce compliance of all program guidelines and procedures among crew members;
• Manage all field materials released for the day, ensure that all unused materials are returned to inventory staff at the end of the day�s work and that used and unused materials� tally equal to the total materials released for the day;
• Ensure that all installed materials are reported accurately in the daily field weatherization material usage reports;
• Perform personnel-related supervisory functions such as performance evaluation or conduct performance improvement plans as needed;
• Ensure all feasible weatherization measures are installed per the Technical Reference Manual (TRM);
• Inspect measures installed by crew members for quality, accuracy and compliance with guidelines;
• Ensure that all work is performed in a Lead-Safe manner as described in the TRM, enforced for all field crew members and subcontractors that perform assigned duties in a safe manner per the Safety Manual, and Cal OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration);
• Ensure crew members and clients are not exposed to any unsafe condition/s while performing work;
• Work with crew members and Field Operations Supervisor to ensure daily issues and concerns are resolved per program policies & guidelines;
• Educate clients of the benefits received from weatherization services and provide energy conservation materials;
• Provide/document budget counseling and lead-safe information materials to clients;
• Ensure field staff perform efficiently with a well-planned schedule that prevents unreasonable downtime;
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers concerning day-to-day operations;
• Communicate effectively with clients to promote program goals and benefits and explain work being performed if asked;
• Perform installation of Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC) measures including, but not limited to replacing gas shut-off valve, gas flex, repair or replace venting systems;
• Assume tasks of an installer, as needed;
• Work after hours and/or weekend assignments, as needed by the program.
• Execute other related duties that may be assigned from time to time. There is a possibility that these duties may become a permanent part of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS:

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent, AA degree desirable;
• Proficiency in computer skills to perform energy audit programs and other functions;
• At least 2 years� experience with hands-on installation and quality assurance inspection work in construction/weatherization field as well as being a supervisor or crew leader for at least two years;
• Must be able to perform Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, Shell Leakage/Duct Sealing Testing;
• Possess Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, Shell Leakage/Duct Sealing Training California certificates, a plus;
• Must pass all the required online training such as Worksite, Environmental Hazard and Lead-Safe Weatherization;
• Must pass all the in-house field training within 90 days after passing the formal training and earn appropriate certificates;
• Must be able to analyze and collect data and perform mathematical calculations and complete technical field reports;
• Must understand and implement policies/procedures and standards required by funding source;
• Must be physically fit to wear dust mask and or half mask respirators and other safety gear and/or equipment, as required by the program;
• Must be able to work in a high temperature and close/confined spaces or environment;
• Have experience in installing solar water heaters and/or solar photovoltaic panels/systems a plus;
• Read, understand and write reports/correspondences plus the ability to interpret diagrams or drawings;
• Ability to navigate basic computer software as well as CSD�s authorized applications.
• Effectively communicate and present information in a small group or one-on-one setting;
• Ability to work well with others and have good customer relations;
• Bilingual in Spanish or Asian languages a plus but not required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass employment background verification and a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug and alcohol testing.
• Must pass respiratory screening exam, which is renewed annually.
• Must have a current and valid Driver�s License or access to reliable transportation and adequate automobile insurance coverage for the duration of employment with PACE (Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment).
• Must be able to pass State of CA DMV�s Motor Vehicle Report without any issues/concerns in order to be added as an authorized driver of PACE vehicles and be added in PACE�s vehicle insurance policy.
• COVID vaccination required; must have two-dose series of Pfizer or Moderna or a single-dose of Johnson & Johnson. Those that need a medical or religious exemption must reach out separately.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Compensation range from $24.00 to $30.00 per hour (commensurate with experience)
• Affordable and robust Medical, Dental, Vision, and life insurance plans for employee plus family with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave

APPLICATION PROCESS

• All applicants MUST apply on our website by uploading a resume AND completing our online application to be considered: See link to apply: https://pacela.org/about/work-at-pace/
• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position has been filled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with limitations/disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, push, pull, stand on uneven surfaces, bend, twist or crawl. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.