What is a weatherization technician and how to become one

Key steps to become a weatherization technician

1. Explore weatherization technician education requirements

   Most common weatherization technician degrees

   High School Diploma

   41.3 %

   Associate

   20.4 %

   Bachelor's

   16.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific weatherization technician skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Caulking	19.25%
   Crawl Spaces	15.08%
   Water Heaters	9.23%
   HVAC	8.11%
   Storm Windows	7.12%

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3. Complete relevant weatherization technician training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New weatherization technicians learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a weatherization technician based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real weatherization technician resumes.

4. Research weatherization technician duties and responsibilities

   • Manage all aspects of paperwork for each individual job per NYS code specifications; successfully complete projects with multiple deadlines.
   • Block and seal large gaps and holes lower CFM reduction.
   • Prepare and apply weather-stripping, glazing, caulking and door sweeps.
   • Operate industrial vehicles, tools, HVAC equipment and PC computers.

5. Apply for weatherization technician jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a weatherization technician job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams