Weatherization (Construction) Assessor / Worker II

Hourly Rate $22.03 - $26.18 (DOE/Q) MAAC STORY Since 1965, MAAC has been maximizing self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality programs and advocacy in our communities. MAAC employs dedicated staff who provide life-changing services to thousands of individuals annually through programs in five core focus areas: Education, Economic Development, Health and Wellbeing, Housing, and Advocacy and Leadership Development. Through a wide variety of programs, MAAC has grown to become one of the largest nonprofit social service organizations in the community. Learn more about the great things happening with MAAC at http://www.maacproject.org/ DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Weatherization is designed to provide energy efficient measures to low-income households. The installation of these measures not only makes these homes more energy efficient but also reduces energy usage and energy cost. Healthy Homes serves thousands of households annually, improving the energy efficiency of homes to reduce costs while ensuring residents health and safety. DEFINITION Under the supervision of the Director and Weatherization Program Manager performs outreach activities to recruit, identify, and determine eligibility of recipients; performs audits and evaluations; conducts final inspections; identifies designated population within a targeted geographical area. Performs weatherization duties (carpentry, insulation, painting and a variety of other skilled crafts work in the repair and improvement of single and multi-family housing units and related structures and equipment to achieve improved energy efficiency levels); and performs related duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. - Performs outreach activities, such as door-to-door contact or any other procedures to identify qualified recipients. - Executes home assessment evaluations to determine materials and labor needed to weatherize the residence. - Provides program information through brochures and/or verbal communication. - Conducts air tightening, insulation and ventilation retrofits on mobile homes. - Makes mathematical calculations relative to job duties. - Conducts energy audits and relays energy savings information. - Performs pre-work inspections of premises to identify work order items and other weatherization measures. - Carries out final inspections of weatherized residences. - Installs door hinges, locks, and deadbolts; makes keys. - Puts gaskets around electrical outlets and switches. - Installs floor lamps, microwave ovens, attic ventilation domes, water heater blankets and water heaters. - Insulates attics and crawl spaces. - Sets up carbon monoxide alarms. - Installs water-saving devices such as aerators and showerheads. - Operates work vans and other small utility vehicles to transport personnel, materials and tools to designated work sites. - Lays linoleum and ceramic tiles. - Schedules clients for audits and final inspections. - Makes presentations to public, private and civic organizations and other groups to educate the community about the program. - Weather strips, caulks, frames, trims and insulates exterior doors and windows; - Removes damaged window glass; measures, cuts, and replaces window glass; r moves and replaces exterior doors. - Performs other related program duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Knowledge of: Techniques, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in basic weatherization and home repair. State and local weatherization and insulation standards usually learned through a weatherization certificate program. Safe work metho