Energy Weatherization Technician / Construction Worker

Compensation Range 2300 hourly plus excellent benefits This position is on site at our DTLA HQ and will travel to local Field Sites ABOUT PACE Founded in 1975 Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment PACE is a local community nonprofit dedicated to serving the regions diverse communities What started as job training for the Asian Pacific Islander communities has grown into a full service organization serving a diverse community of 40000 people annually across programs including Employment Business Development Early Childhood Education Head Start Affordable Housing Weatherization and Energy Conservation Programs With 350 staff PACE is recognized as a leader in addressing problems of poverty and economic inequity in ethnic minority communities and has a reputation of being responsive to community needs PACE is known for creating innovative solutions to the myriad of challenges faced by our clients PACE ENERGY in particular helps reduce energy burden by providing utility bill assistance energy conservation education outreach weatherization services and energy efficiency upgrades to low income families and individuals across Los Angeles Learn more at httpspacelaorg httpspacelaorgour workenergy POSITION SUMMARY PACE Energy Department Is looking for a motivated and dedicated WEATHERIZATION TECHNICIAN to join the team and organization The Weatherization Technician will be performing energy saving improvements and safety upgrades for eligible clients This includes installing insulation weatherstripping lighting and appliances; conducting basic repairs; and supporting diagnostic testing to improve energy efficiency If you have minimum experience but are passionate and willing to learn then we encourage you to still apply We are willing to provide training to committed applicants with passion and dedication to learn and grow in the role and with the organization KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Install weatherization and energy efficiency measures following safety standardsPerform basic home repairs windows doors insulation etcOperate diagnostic tools like Blower Door and Duct BlasterCommunicate professionally with clients and team membersMaintain accurate reports and data entriesFollow Lead Safe and CalOSHA standardsQUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GEDHSE equivalent or 2 years of relevant experienceAt least two 2 years hands on experience in construction andor weatherization preferred However if you do not meet this qualification we still encourage you to apply as we are we are willing to provide training to individuals who are committed and dedicated to learning and growing in this roleMust complete and pass PACE field and assigned trainings within 90 daysBasic Weatherization CAS Shell LeakageDuct Sealing Training Certificates a plus but not requiredAbility to lift andor push up to 250 pounds with equipment provided and work in confined spacesMust be physically fit to wear dust mask andor half mask respirators and other safety gear andor equipment as required by the program Valid CA Drivers License and clean driving recordMust pass background and reference checks drug test and physical examCOVID vaccination required; must have two doses of Pfizer or Moderna or a single dose of Johnson & Johnson Those that need a medical or religious exemption must reach out separatelyCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS Compensation rate 23 per hour Affordable and robust Medical Dental Vision and life insurance plans for employee plus family with generous employer contributions401k retirement planWe offer paid holidays vacation and sick leaveWHY JOIN PACE Make a positive impact in your communityGain hands on experience in the growing clean energy fieldWork with a supportive mission driven teamGreat benefits and wonderful opportunity to learn and grow in your career HOW TO APPLY All applicants MUST apply on our website by uploading a resume AND completing our online application to be considered See link to apply httpspacelaorgaboutwork at paceApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position has been filled We will only reach out to candidates who have been selected to move forward in the process 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with limitationsdisabilities 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 regularly required to stand and walk The employee must be able to lift andor move up to 250 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision color vision and ability to adjust focus