Weatherization Installers and Technicians

Median Salary

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Job Outlook

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Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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.

What sectors do they work in?

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What is the job outlook?

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Compensation

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Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

High school
60%
Post-secondary certificate
30%
Some college
8%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

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Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

Math and Science Skills
High
Technology Design and Control
High
Equipment Operation and Maintenance
High
Verbal Skills
Low
Leadership
Mid
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

Building and Construction
Customer and Personal Service
Mechanical
Education and Training
Administrative

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

Exposure to Job Hazards
High
Responsibility
High
Physical Activity
High
Time Pressure
Mid
Repetitiveness
Low
Decision Making
Low
Level Of Competition
Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Weatherization Installers and Technicians

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

What sectors do they work in?

What is the job outlook?

Compensation

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

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