Weatherization Assessor

About the Role

The Weatherization Assessor at CCSCT plays a crucial role in empowering vulnerable families and individuals in greater South Central Texas by conducting home energy assessments, ensuring compliance with eligibility requirements, and facilitating weatherization projects. This position acts as a liaison between contractors and clients, tracks project progress, and promotes sustainable living through energy education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home energy assessments for single and multi-family units to determine allowable repairs and improvements.
• Communicate assessment findings and recommended repairs/improvements to clients.
• Conduct applicant interviews to gather information on energy usage, health, safety, and comfort issues.
• Perform pre-combustion appliance safety testing and other diagnostic tests (e.g., blower door, duct blaster, infrared cameras) to assess appliance and HVAC system conditions.
• Prepare detailed assessment reports identifying work to be completed, including energy efficiency measures and health/safety concerns.
• Develop cost estimates for materials and labor using approved contractor price lists.
• Assist with data entry into NEAT or MHEA and complete LIHEAP priority lists.
• Develop work orders and submit them to contractors for completion.
• Assess subcontractor performance to ensure quality work and compliance with program requirements.
• Assist with contractor training and final inspections of weatherized units.
• Provide customer service, including scheduling appointments and addressing client concerns.
• Act as a liaison between contractors and clients.
• Provide energy education and conservation strategies to clients.
• Submit historical preservation reviews for properties older than 45 years to the State Historic Preservation Office.
• Assist with outreach activities to recruit qualified program participants.
• Track and monitor projects to ensure coordinated activities and timely completion.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of delivered services in client files and program systems.
• Make client referrals to other human service programs as needed.
• Stay informed about weatherization duties, material standards, and installation procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of carpentry, insulation, painting, and other craftwork related to housing repairs and improvements.
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment such as blower doors, duct blasters, and infrared cameras.
• Proficiency in data entry and use of energy audit tools (NEAT, MHEA).
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of historical preservation requirements for residential properties.
• Familiarity with LIHEAP and TDHCA standards.

Qualifications

While specific qualifications are not explicitly stated, the role requires a combination of technical skills in energy assessment, project management, and client communication. Experience in weatherization programs, construction, or related fields is likely preferred.

Skills

• Energy assessment and diagnostic testing
• Project management and coordination
• Client communication and education
• Data entry and record-keeping
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Knowledge of building materials and construction techniques