{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:10.938Z","occupation":{"soc":"47-4099.03","title":"Weatherization Installers and Technicians","group":"Construction & Extraction","sector":"23","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers residential and light-commercial weatherization practice including diagnostic testing, insulation installation, air sealing, combustion safety, client communication, and program compliance across entry-level through program-leadership career stages.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic hand and power tools — identify and use under direct supervision to complete minor repairs on residential weatherization job sites.","Blower door machine components — recognize and set up under technician guidance to prepare for air leakage testing in single-family homes.","Insulation materials such as loose-fill and blanket types — apply to attic and crawl space areas following step-by-step instructions from a lead technician.","Combustion appliance safety hazards — identify and report to a supervisor during routine building walkthroughs on residential worksites.","Air sealing materials including caulk and spray foam — apply to common leakage points under direct oversight in occupied residential buildings.","Client communication basics — listen actively and relay homeowner concerns to a lead technician during pre-inspection walkthroughs.","Weatherization inspection checklists — complete using provided forms under supervision to document visible building deficiencies.","Personal protective equipment and site safety protocols — follow consistently when working in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.","Basic building construction terminology — recognize and use correctly when receiving task assignments from supervisors on residential projects.","Office suite and email software — use to record daily work logs and submit completed job documentation to program coordinators."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Blower door machine — operate independently to determine the amount of air leakage in residential buildings and record results accurately.","Combustion appliances including gas furnaces and water heaters — test for safety and efficiency using standard protocols with minimal supervision.","Furnace efficiency analysis equipment — use to test and diagnose air flow system performance in residential heating systems.","Air ducts, combustion air openings, and ventilation openings — install and seal according to program specifications to improve heating and cooling efficiency.","Board, foam, and blanket insulation materials — apply to basement walls and wall cavities following energy audit findings and installation standards.","Minor structural repairs using lumber, glass, and drywall — complete using hand and power tools to prepare surfaces for weatherization measures.","Weatherization recommendations — communicate clearly to homeowners based on inspection findings and applicable local energy codes and program policies.","Analytical software and spreadsheet tools — use to enter blower door and combustion test data and generate basic energy performance reports.","Building systems including envelope, mechanical, and ventilation — assess together to prioritize weatherization work orders on assigned residential projects.","Time management practices — apply to complete multiple weatherization installations within scheduled crew workdays across a residential program territory."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Comprehensive building inspections — conduct autonomously to identify all required weatherization measures including repairs, modifications, and equipment replacement.","Blower door and diagnostic pressure testing — perform and interpret results independently to develop targeted air sealing strategies for complex residential buildings.","Combustion safety testing — diagnose appliance failures and recommend corrective actions to homeowners and program managers based on test findings.","HVAC air flow and furnace efficiency diagnostics — troubleshoot non-routine system performance issues using advanced analytical equipment on residential and light commercial sites.","Full insulation scopes including attic, crawl space, basement, and wall assemblies — install and quality-check against program performance standards without supervisory review.","Weatherization techniques and energy regulations — explain and recommend to clients in alignment with federal, state, and local program codes and statutes.","Quality control analysis — conduct on completed weatherization installations to verify air sealing and insulation work meets program and building science standards.","Project management software and CRM tools — use to track job status, client records, and program compliance documentation across an active caseload.","Complex air duct sealing and ventilation system modifications — design and install to resolve moisture, combustion, and efficiency problems in older residential stock.","Systems evaluation methods — apply to assess whole-house energy performance and validate that weatherization measures achieved intended efficiency outcomes."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Weatherization program quality standards — establish and enforce across field crews to ensure consistent compliance with energy codes, safety regulations, and funding requirements.","Field technician training programs — design and deliver to build crew competency in diagnostic testing, insulation installation, and combustion safety procedures.","Building science and energy performance systems — evaluate at portfolio scale to identify recurring deficiencies and recommend program-wide process improvements.","Energy audit and inspection protocols — develop and update to reflect changes in federal and state weatherization statutes, building codes, and best practices.","Client and community outreach strategies — lead to educate homeowners and local agencies about weatherization benefits, eligibility, and energy efficiency options.","Multi-site project planning and scheduling — direct to optimize crew deployment, material procurement, and job completion timelines across large residential weatherization programs.","Data reporting and program performance metrics — oversee using analytical and project management software to meet funder reporting requirements and demonstrate program impact.","Contractor and subcontractor relationships — manage to ensure quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness of weatherization work delivered under program contracts.","Cross-agency coordination with utilities, housing authorities, and health and safety organizations — lead to align weatherization services with broader community energy and housing goals.","Emerging weatherization technologies and materials — evaluate and pilot to advance organizational capacity and prepare crews for adoption of next-generation installation methods."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}