Residential Dwelling and Weatherization Assessor in Los Angeles, California at Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment

SALARY: $29-$31/hr

I. PROGRAM SUMMARY:

PACE Energy and Environmental Services 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 homes 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 of Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and other programs administered by CSD and Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). Contract between PACE and Energy Savings Assistance Program offers no-cost, energy-saving home improvement services to income –qualified renters and homeowners.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:

Under the guidance of the Field Operation Supervisor, the person hired shall:

• Comply with and practice safety procedures and guidelines in accordance with PACE and Cal OSHA safety standards and guidelines;
• Complete building assessments/energy audits on client’s homes/apartments to determine feasibility or non-feasibility of weatherization including solar thermal/photovoltaic & heating/cooling services;
• Ensure all feasible weatherization measures are assessed/installed in accordance with the Technical Reference Manual (TRM) issued by State of California, Department of Community Services and Development, in accordance with the Safety Manual, Lead Safe practices and Cal OSHA;
• Recommend measures to be installed based on assessment protocols;
• Complete pre-CAS testing on all gas appliances in units assessed and post-repair and replacement testing after HVAC work is complete;
• Complete Duct leakage testing/Shell leakage testing for dwellings as required;
• Complete CSD-approved Energy Audit in a single and multi-family dwelling as required;
• Immediately work with HVAC subcontractors when hazardous conditions are identified in the course of performing assessment and ensure that all work completed are in compliance with CSD and local building codes;
• Fill out all applicable and required forms electronically using CSD approved third party applications and software.
• Review and approve work orders and proposals of subcontractors, if needed;
• Submit timely and accurate assessment, CASIF and other required documents on a daily basis;
• Work with crew leaders and Field Operation Supervisor to ensure daily issues and concerns are completed and compliant to program policies & guidelines;
• 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 on materials;
• Check field reports specially CASIF to make sure that HVAC issues and other installation issues are resolved correctly and in a timely manner;
• Ensure that all work is performed in a Lead-Safe manner as described in the TRM and enforce compliance by all field crew members and subcontractors that perform assigned duties as well as complete work in a safe manner in accordance with the Safety Manual, and Cal OSHA guidelines;
• Ensure crew members and clients in homes are not exposed to any unsafe conditions/situations;
• Be on top of issues related to quality assurance that includes writing up of staff/crews that produce sub-standard work to be reported to Field Operation Supervisor;
• As necessary, call/make appointments with clients, manager or management companies;
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers concerning day-to-day operations;
• Communicate effectively with clients to promote program goals and benefits;
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities of a Crew Leader as it may be assigned from time to time;
• Oversee crew leader/s and installer/s while working on the same job site, as needed;
• Work schedule will involve after hours and/or weekend assignments, as needed by the program;
• Oversee contractors for compliance and provide on the job training;

III. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS:

• High school diploma or two years of experience in a similar field; an associate degree is preferred;
• At least two years' experience in assessment work in the construction/weatherization field;
• Experience in HVAC, plumbing and electrical work a must;
• Proficient in computer skills necessary to operate energy audit programs and other functions needed to perform the job;
• Ability to analyze field issues and complete mathematical calculations and other technical field reports;
• Ability to understand policies/procedures and standards required by funding source/s;
• Ability to perform Energy Audit (REM), Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, Shell Sealing and Duct Blaster Testing;
• Must pass Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, REM Energy Audit, Shell Sealing and Duct Blaster Training certificates;
• Pass all the required online trainings such as Worksite, Environmental Hazard and Lead-Safe Weatherization; Asbestos Training Class;
• Certified as an Assessor is a must
• Able to work in a high temperature environment and confined areas/spaces
• Must be physically fit to wear dust mask and or half mask respirators and other proper safety gear as required by PACE and Cal OSHA;
• Experience installing solar thermal and/or photovoltaic preferred;
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare reports, correspondence, technical drawings, and diagrams.
• Read, understand and write reports/correspondences plus ability to interpret diagrams or drawings;
• Effectively communicate and present information in a small group or one-on-one setting;
• Bilingual in Spanish and Asian languages a plus.

IV. 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 accommodation 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 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.

V. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass employment background verification and a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug and alcohol testing.
• Must pass respiratory screening, which is renewed annually
• Must have a current and valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation and adequate automobile insurance coverage throughout employment.
• Must pass CA DMV Motor Vehicle Report without any issues or concerns to be added as an authorized driver of PACE vehicles and be included in PACE vehicle insurance policy.
• Might need to provide your own reliable transportation for work.

VI. COMPENSATION: Depending on experience and certifications plus Fringe Benefits - $29-$31/hr.

VII APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Applicants must complete a PACE application form. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application materials. Interested individuals may obtain an application form from the Human Resources Department, Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment, 1055 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1475, LA, CA 90017. Tel: (213) 989-3223 Fax: (213) 353-1227.

Apply Online: http://www.pacela.org/about-us/job-opportunities

VIII APPLICATION DEADLINE:? Applications will be accepted until an appropriate number of qualified applicants have been selected.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS:

• High school diploma or two years of experience in a similar field; an associate degree is preferred;
• At least two years' experience in assessment work in the construction/weatherization field;
• Experience in HVAC, plumbing and electrical work a must;
• Proficient in computer skills necessary to operate energy audit programs and other functions needed to perform the job;
• Ability to analyze field issues and complete mathematical calculations and other technical field reports;
• Ability to understand policies/procedures and standards required by funding source/s;
• Ability to perform Energy Audit (REM), Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, Shell Sealing and Duct Blaster Testing;
• Must pass Basic Weatherization, Combustion Appliance Safety, REM Energy Audit, Shell Sealing and Duct Blaster Training certificates;
• Pass all the required online trainings such as Worksite, Environmental Hazard and Lead-Safe Weatherization; Asbestos Training Class;
• Certified as an Assessor is a must
• Able to work in a high temperature environment and confined areas/spaces
• Must be physically fit to wear dust mask and or half mask respirators and other proper safety gear as required by PACE and Cal OSHA;
• Experience installing solar thermal and/or photovoltaic preferred;
• Ability to read, interpret, and prepare reports, correspondence, technical drawings, and diagrams.
• Read, understand and write reports/correspondences plus ability to interpret diagrams or drawings;
• Effectively communicate and present information in a small group or one-on-one setting;
• Bilingual in Spanish and Asian languages a plus.

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 accommodation 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 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass employment background verification and a pre-employment physical examination that includes drug and alcohol testing.
• Must pass respiratory screening, which is renewed annually
• Must have a current and valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation and adequate automobile insurance coverage throughout employment.
• Must pass CA DMV Motor Vehicle Report without any issues or concerns to be added as an authorized driver of PACE vehicles and be included in PACE vehicle insurance policy.
• Might need to provide your own reliable transportation for work.