Energy Weatherization Technician / Construction Worker

***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 region's 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 40,000+ 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:
https://pacela.org/
https://pacela.org/our-work/energy/

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 standards.
• Perform basic home repairs (windows, doors, insulation, etc.).
• Operate diagnostic tools like Blower Door and Duct Blaster.
• Communicate professionally with clients and team members.
• Maintain accurate reports and data entries.
• Follow Lead-Safe and Cal/OSHA standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED/HSE equivalent, or 2+ years of relevant experience
• At least two (2) years hands-on experience in construction and/or 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 role.
• Must complete and pass PACE field and assigned trainings within 90 days
• Basic Weatherization, CAS, Shell Leakage/Duct Sealing Training Certificates, a plus but not required
• Ability to lift and/or push up to 250 pounds with equipment provided and work in confined spaces
• Must be physically fit to wear dust mask and/or half mask respirators and other safety gear and/or equipment as required by the program.
• Valid CA Driver's License and clean driving record
• Must pass background and reference checks, drug test and physical exam
• COVID 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 separately

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Compensation rate: $23 per hour
• Affordable and robust Medical, Dental, Vision, and life insurance plans for employee plus family with generous employer contributions
• 401(k) retirement plan
• We offer paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

WHY JOIN PACE?

• Make a positive impact in your community.
• Gain hands-on experience in the growing clean energy field.
• Work with a supportive, mission-driven team.
• Great 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: https://pacela.org/about/work-at-pace/
• Applications 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 limitations/disabilities 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 and/or move up to 250 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.