Weatherization Installer / Energy Efficiency Technician (Willing to train) chez PACE

Compensation Range: $19.00 to to $22.00 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 DESCRIPTION
PACE Energy Department Is looking for a motivated and dedicated Energy Efficiency Technician (also referred to as Weatherization Installer) to join the team and organization. The Weatherization Installer will be primarily responsible for conducting residential unit energy assessments per Program guidelines and quality assurance inspections. In particular, the successful candidate will perform the duties and responsibilities below. If you have minimum experience but are passionate and willing to learn, then we encourage you to still apply. We are willing to provide training to committed applicants with passion and dedication to learn and grow in the role and with the organization.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Residential Installations and Home Repairs
Under the guidance of the Crew Leaders, the person hired should be able to perform the following duties:

• Comply with and practice safety procedures and guidelines in accordance with PACE and Cal OSHA safety standards and guidelines.
• Perform minor envelope repair necessary to stop air infiltration such as window and door repair/replacement and attendant hardware, repair/replacement of thresholds, door shoes, as well as patch walls and perform caulking.
• Install weatherstripping, carbon monoxide detectors, smoke detectors, thermostats, switch/outlet gaskets, low flow showerheads/thermostatic shower valves, faucet aerators, window/glass replacements, compact fluorescent light bulbs, Torchiere lamps, hardwired lamps, microwave ovens, LED lights, smart power strips, ceiling fans and other feasible and applicable measures.
• Install energy efficient refrigerators and remove old refrigerators for disposal.
• May perform HVAC related mitigation tasks including vent system repairs, mitigation of gas leaks, and installation of gas stove ranges and window or wall-mounted air conditioning units to meet ECIP health and safety standards.
• Install solar thermal/photovoltaic panels.
• Perform attic/ceiling/floor/wall insulation, blow and/or lay various types of insulation in attics and floors.
• Crawl into the attic to install applicable air vents needed for combustion ventilation and/or cross ventilation and install barriers to protect heat-producing devices such as the hot water heater, furnaces, recess lighting and doorbell transformer, etc.
• Operate diagnostic equipment like Duct Blaster and/or Blower Door per program requirement and complete appropriate reports.
• Conduct Post Weatherization activities such as Post Combustion Appliance Safety Testing (CAS) on appliances repaired/replaced by subcontractor(s), if needed.
• Accurately complete daily work activity reports (timesheets) to track actual working hours and measures installed and completed to be submitted to crew leader daily.
• Review assessments prior to commencing work, interpret the blower door reading results in relation to sealing measure requirements.
• Read, understand and implement instructions correctly.
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers concerning day-to-day operations as well as with clients to promote program goals and its benefits.
• Attend training/workshops as required.
• Assist with the inventory process of counting, receiving and balancing of materials, supplies, tools and equipment daily.
• Install required/eligible measures in accordance with CSD�s Weatherization Installation Standards (WIS) Manual, Policies and Procedures and in a Lead-Safe manner on pre-1978 and Asbestos Contained Materials on pre-1981dwellings.
• Work schedule will involve after hours and/or weekend assignments, as needed by the program.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Data Entry and Management:

• Input and update customer information, program records, into the program�s systems within required timeframes/deadlines.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of data. Use program and utility databases and internal reporting/tracking including Excel spreadsheets, as required.

Customer Service:

• Provide team support and answer phone calls, emails, or in-person inquiries from customers regarding the program, as directed by supervisor. Deliver exceptional customer service in communications and scheduling (adjustments) in order to complete maximum inspection daily.
• Educate clients of the benefits received from weatherization services and provide energy conservation, budget counseling, mold & moisture/radon/asbestos pamphlets/flyers and lead safe information and information materials

Record Keeping:

• Maintaining, filing, and retrieving records related to programs, often ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Maintain client information secure and confidential per company processes.

Document Preparation and Filing:

• Maintain and organize physical or electronic files related to program documentation.

Compliance and Regulations:

• Ensure that all procedures, paperwork, and data handling comply with company policies and industry regulations.
• Assist with audits by providing necessary records or reports. Attend and pass all training and/or seminars required by funding sources to gain the needed certificate(s) or license(s).
• Comply with and practice safety procedures and guidelines in accordance with PACE, OSH and Program safety standards and guidelines.

Quality Control:

• Verifying the accuracy and completeness of data and documentation, ensuring it meets required standards or guidelines.

• Perform all necessary precautions to protect crew members and clients in homes from exposure to any unsafe conditions/situations.
• Be on top of issues related to quality assurance that includes monitoring, training and disciplinary action of staff/crews that produce sub-standard work.

Team Contributor and Collaborator:

• Communicate effectively with team members and management. Contribute to a positive team environment. Support colleagues when necessary. Exhibit professionalism and compliance with PACE�s employee policies.
• As necessary, call/make appointments with clients, manager or management companies to perform work in identified buildings or homes.
• Communicate with supervisors, co-workers and clients concerning work- and program related activities, goals and benefits.
• Oversee crew leader/s and installer/s while working on the same job site, as needed.
• Execute a work schedule that may involve after hours and/or weekend assignments, as needed.

Special Assignments:

• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time to include HVAC repairs when directed per Program training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least two (2) years hands-on experience in construction and/or weatherization preferred. However, if you do not meet this qualification, we still encourage you to apply as we are we are willing to provide training to individuals who are committed and dedicated to learning and growing in this role.
• Must be able to attend and pass training courses as required.
• Must pass in-house field training within ninety days after attending formal training.
• Must be able to pass the training for Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety Testing (CAS), Blower Door and Duct Blaster Testing and perform the tests after these trainings.
• Basic Weatherization, CAS, Blower Door and Duct Blaster Training Certificates, a plus.
• Ability to lift and/or push up to 250 pounds with equipment provided.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces such as attics and/or basements and in spaces or conditions that have high temperature.
• 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.
• Experience installing solar thermal and/or solar photovoltaic panels, a plus but not required. We will train.
• Ability to analyze and collect data and perform mathematical calculations and complete technical field reports. Willing to train.
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass employment background verification and a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug and alcohol testing.

• Must pass employment verification/reference check
• Must pass respiratory screening exam, which is renewed annually
• Must have a current and valid Driver�s License, access to reliable transportation and adequate automobile insurance coverage for the duration of employment with PACE.
• 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 doses 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 $19.00 to $22.00 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 regularly required to sit; work in confined space; 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 250 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.