SOC 47-4099.03 · Energy Efficiency

Weatherization Installer & Technician: $50,560 Median Pay

Perform a variety of activities to weatherize homes and make them more energy efficient. Duties include repairing windows, insulating ducts, and performing heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) work. May perform energy audits and advise clients on energy conservation measures.

Median Annual Wage

$50,560
BLS OES national median for SOC 47-4099.03.

O*NET Job Zone

2 / 5
High school / short-term training

Sector

Energy Efficiency
19 alternate job titles · 10 related occupations

1. What They Actually Do

Complete task inventory from O*NET (20 tasks).

  1. Test combustible appliances, such as gas appliances. (Core)
  2. Determine amount of air leakage in buildings, using a blower door machine. (Core)
  3. Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment. (Core)
  4. Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency. (Core)
  5. Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement. (Core)
  6. Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes. (Core)
  7. Apply insulation materials, such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls. (Core)
  8. Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall. (Core)
  9. Prepare cost estimates or specifications for rehabilitation or weatherization services. (Core)
  10. Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments. (Core)
  11. Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation. (Core)
  12. Prepare and apply weather-stripping, glazing, caulking, or door sweeps to reduce energy losses. (Core)
  13. Clean and maintain tools and equipment. (Core)
  14. Apply spackling, compounding, or other materials to repair holes in walls. (Core)
  15. Explain recommendations, policies, procedures, requirements, or other related information to residents or building owners. (Core)
  16. Maintain activity logs, financial transaction logs, or other records of weatherization work performed. (Core)
  17. Explain energy conservation measures, such as the use of low flow showerheads and energy-efficient lighting. (Core)
  18. Prepare or assist in the preparation of bids, contracts, or written reports related to weatherization work. (Core)
  19. Install storm windows or storm doors and verify proper fit. (Core)
  20. Wrap water heaters with water heater blankets. (Core)

2. Required Competencies

2.1 Skills

Monitoring3.38
Judgment and Decision Making3.25
Installation3.25
Critical Thinking3.25
Systems Analysis3.12
Operations Monitoring3.12
Speaking3.12
Active Listening3.12
Time Management3.00
Systems Evaluation3.00

2.2 Knowledge

Building and Construction4.13
Customer and Personal Service3.91
Mechanical3.57
Administration and Management3.52
Education and Training3.43
Mathematics3.30
English Language3.22
Public Safety and Security3.13
Administrative3.09
Computers and Electronics3.04

2.3 Abilities

Near Vision4.00
Problem Sensitivity3.88
Manual Dexterity3.75
Arm-Hand Steadiness3.25
Information Ordering3.25
Oral Expression3.25
Oral Comprehension3.25
Depth Perception3.12
Far Vision3.12
Extent Flexibility3.12

2.4 Work Styles

Self-Control4.17
Dependability4.13
Attention to Detail4.09
Concern for Others4.04
Cooperation4.04
Integrity4.00
Initiative3.83
Leadership3.78
Persistence3.74
Achievement/Effort3.70

3. Day-to-Day Work

3.1 Generalized Work Activities

Performing General Physical Activities4.09
Getting Information4.00
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates3.91
Handling and Moving Objects3.91
Making Decisions and Solving Problems3.91
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials3.91
Training and Teaching Others3.87
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge3.87
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events3.87
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work3.83

3.2 Work Context (5-point scale)

Face-to-Face Discussions4.73
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets4.57
Contact With Others4.57
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather4.41
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety4.30
Telephone4.27
Work With Work Group or Team4.26
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection4.00
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions4.00
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls3.96

4. Education, Training & Experience

Related Work Experience (Years)

Related Work Experience34.8%
Related Work Experience21.7%
Related Work Experience8.7%
Related Work Experience8.7%
Related Work Experience4.4%
Related Work Experience4.4%

PT

On-Site or In-Plant Training26.1%
On-Site or In-Plant Training21.7%
On-Site or In-Plant Training21.7%
On-Site or In-Plant Training13.0%
On-Site or In-Plant Training8.7%
On-Site or In-Plant Training4.4%

OJ

On-the-Job Training26.1%
On-the-Job Training17.4%
On-the-Job Training17.4%
On-the-Job Training17.4%
On-the-Job Training13.0%
On-the-Job Training4.4%

Required Level of Education

Required Level of Education60.9%
Required Level of Education30.4%
Required Level of Education8.7%
Required Level of Education0.0%
Required Level of Education0.0%
Required Level of Education0.0%

IM

Job-Related Professional Certification3.1%
Apprenticeship2.4%

5. Interests (Holland Codes)

Realistic6.01
Conventional4.49
Investigative3.22
Social2.31
Enterprising2.19
Artistic1.50

6. Work Values

Support4.00
Relationships3.67
Working Conditions3.50
Achievement3.33
Independence2.67
Recognition2.67

7. Technology & Tools

Software and tools used by people in this role, per O*NET. “Hot” technologies are flagged by O*NET as in-demand.

Microsoft Outlook 🔥 Microsoft PowerPoint 🔥 Microsoft Project 🔥 Microsoft Windows 🔥 Microsoft Word 🔥 SAP software 🔥 Microsoft Access 🔥 Microsoft Excel 🔥 Microsoft Office software 🔥 Salesforce.com Salesforce CRM Web browser software Work scheduling software Database software Energy auditing software Energy use ratings databases

8. Also Known As

19 alternate job titles used by employers for this occupation.

Air Sealing Technician Building Energy Retrofit Technician Compounding Technician Energy Administrator Field Technician Field Weatherization Specialist Glass Sealing Technician Home Weatherizing Worker Residential Air Sealing Technician Weatherization and Housing Inspector Weatherization Crew Member Weatherization Field Technician Weatherization Installer Weatherization Laborer Weatherization Representative Weatherization Specialist Weatherization Technician Weatherization Worker Weatherseal Technician

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Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers
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Data source: O*NET Database 29.1 (tasks, skills, knowledge, abilities, work activities, work context, education, technology, alternate titles, related occupations); BLS OES (median wage).

Last updated: April 2026.