Weatherization Assessor/Worker II
Company: MAAC
Location: National City
Posted on: June 15, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or
will be fully vaccinated at the time of hire Hourly Rate
$18.49-20.92 OUR STORY Since 1965, MAAC has been maximizing
self-sufficiency with families and individuals through high-quality
programs and advocacy in our communities. MAAC employs dedicated
staff who provide life-changing services to thousands of
individuals annually through programs in five core focus areas:
Education, Economic Development, Health & Wellbeing, Housing, and
Advocacy & Leadership Development. Through a wide variety of
programs, MAAC has grown to become one of the largest nonprofit
social service organizations in the community. Learn more about the
great things happening with MAAC at http://www.maacproject.org/ ---
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The duties listed below are
intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that
may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties
does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar,
related or a logical assignment to this class. -- Performs outreach
activities, including door to door contacts, to identify recruit
and qualify eligible program participants within a targeted
geographical area; reviews income to determine if resident meets
program income criteria; determines property eligibility and
assesses other related eligibility criteria; performs home and
program audits and/or evaluations; makes presentations to public,
private, civic organizations and other groups to educate the
community about the program. Utilizing computer software, develops
and/or assists in the development of brochures and outreach
materials. -- Identifies eligible clients utilizing program
eligibility guidelines; enters data, utilizing specialized
software, to ensure eligibility; schedules appointments, reviews
and documents client income to ensure program eligibility, provides
client training on budgeting; assists clients in completing
required forms; performs pre-combustion appliance safety test to
determine potential dangers to existing appliances; submits
subcontractor work orders for appliances in need of servicing. --
Provides customer service to clients, including but not limited to,
applicant intake, creating work orders for schedulers, scheduling
own appointments, responding to complaints, performing inspections,
and finalization of work inspections. -- Executes home assessment
evaluations to determine materials and labor needed to weatherize a
residence. -- Performs energy audits for residential properties,
utilizing REM/Design software and/or other software as required by
grantor/founder, to determine if a home is eligible for optional
measures. -- Performs historical preservation reviews for
residential properties, utilizing REM/Design or other specialized
software, ensuring that data is accurately entered to enable an
accurate audit. -- Ensures that homes older than 45 years are
checked though a national registry to determine if the home can be
approved for eligibility in the program. -- Performs accurate
mathematical calculation including calculating housing square
footage, window and door sizes and formulas for ventilation. --
Prepares and maintains project file folders and computer databases
to ensure that records are complete and compliant with program
guidelines. -- Answers incoming telephone calls; resolves customer
complaints; provides information to customers on the benefits of
LIWP,LIHEAP, DOE, ESAP, SDG&E and other weatherization and
energy assistance programs provided by the agency. -- Conducts a
series of testing protocols, including pre-combustion appliance
safety testing utilizing specialized tools, such as the Monoxer III
and draft gauge, to assess the operating condition of combustion
appliances to ensure general safety and appropriate carbon monoxide
emission levels and/or if appliances need to be serviced or
repaired. Performs pressurized diagnostic testing procedures to
assess the integrity of building envelopes and duct systems for
leakage and outside air infiltration. -- Operates office machines,
adding, calculating and duplicating machines; operates a computer
and utilizes related software to enter and retrieve data, generate
reports, perform mathematical calculations, create and design
spreadsheets, program brochures and information pieces, type
correspondence, memos and project reports. -- Performs minor
related weatherization duties (carpentry, insulation, painting and
a variety of other skilled craft work in the repair and improvement
of single and multi-family housing units and related structures and
equipment), on an as needed basis, and may perform repairs
identified during a property audit. Installs weather strips,
caulks, frames, trims and insulation for exterior doors and
windows; remove damaged window glass; measures, cuts, and replaces
window glass; removes and replaces exterior doors; installs air
tightening, insulation and ventilation retrofits on mobile homes;
installs door hinges, locks and deadbolts, gaskets around
electrical outlets and switches, floor lamps, microwave ovens,
attic ventilation domes, water heater blankets and water heaters;
insulates attics and crawl spaces; installs carbon monoxide alarms
and water-saving devices such as aerators and shower heads. --
Operates work vans and other small utility vehicles to transport
personnel and materials and tools to designated work sites. --
Performs related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Knowledge of: State and local weatherization and insulation
standards usually learned through a weatherization certificate
program. Computer software including, but not limited to,
REM/Design software, Servtraq or other database programs, Microsoft
Office, including email, and other related software. Techniques,
methods, materials, tools and equipment used in basic
weatherization and home repair. Operation and maintenance of a wide
variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the
building trades. Safe work methods and safety regulations
pertaining to weatherization work. Ability to: Speak, read, write
and understand English to effectively make oral presentations,
complete required paperwork, forms, and program required
documentation and to communicate with program participants and
auditors. Effectively communicate orally and in writing with
persons from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Speak
and make public presentations to small and large groups; explain
program objectives and procedures to homeowners. Accurately perform
mathematical calculations including calculating housing square
footage, window and door sizes and formulas for ventilation;
utilize math to measure and calculate angles, lengths, and volumes
and perform other calculations relative to job duties. Estimate
labor and materials needed to weatherize a residence. Operate and
maintain specialized tools used in implementing weatherization and
energy conservation measures. Understand and follow oral and
written instructions and program guidelines in English. Estimate
necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with agency
staff, homeowners, and others encountered in the course of work.
Demonstrate excellent organizational and communication (verbal and
written) skills. Deal effectively and exercise tact and diplomacy
in dealing with a wide range of individuals and organizations;
interact effectively with people of different cultures and
socio-economic backgrounds. Present proposals and recommendations
clearly, logically and persuasively in public meetings. Prepare
clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies
and other written materials. Exercise sound, expert independent
judgment within general policy guidelines. Establish and maintain
effective working relationships with MAAC management, staff,
community, professional and business organizations and the public
and others encountered in the course of work.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION High school diploma or GED. Four
(4) years related work experience including a minimum of two (2)
years of experience providing public outreach and public
presentations to community groups and one (1) year of construction
related experience. Demonstrated experience using specialized
software such as REM/Design, Servtraq or other database software,
Microsoft Office, internet, email and other web based or related
software. Demonstrated experience performing accurate mathematical
calculations including calculating housing square footage, window
and door sizes and formulas for ventilation. Demonstrated effective
presentation, public speaking, oral and written communication
skills. Experience with weatherization and/or energy programs
highly desirable. Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
highly desirable. VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS Listens attentively to
others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of
the other person---s views and underlying assumptions Works
effectively in a team environment and actively participates in
joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers
Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and
professional development Attends work consistently and punctually.
Arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments;
follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines Honors the
private and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the
proprietary information of MAAC systems Follows rules, regulations,
and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes Deals
with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on
resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. Follows
rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to
implementing changes HEALTH STATUS Must have a physical
examination, TB clearance and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic
designated by MAAC as well as immunization records for influenza,
pertussis and measles as required by state and federal regulations
prior to the first day of employment. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties
of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and
sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, uses hands to
finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and
arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend,
crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close
vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the
ability to adjust focus. Mental Demands While performing the duties
of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written
and oral communication skills; read and interpret information;
analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and
situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or
skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with MAAC
management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family
members, children and others encountered in the course of work.
BACKGROUND CLEARANCE All positions are subject to a
background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and
debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout
employment as required by various funding sources. Note: California
Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works
in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or
obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed
criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report
Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.
TRANSPORTATION Must have and maintain a valid California Driver---s
License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and
maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAAC---s
insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California
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