# Tasks & work activities — insulation supervisor

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 47-4099.03 (Weatherization Installers and Technicians).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.
- **[Core]** Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes.
- **[Core]** Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
- **[Core]** Apply insulation materials, such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.
- **[Core]** Explain energy conservation measures, such as the use of low flow showerheads and energy-efficient lighting.
- **[Core]** Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency.
- **[Core]** Install storm windows or storm doors and verify proper fit.
- **[Core]** Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall.
- **[Core]** Prepare and apply weather-stripping, glazing, caulking, or door sweeps to reduce energy losses.
- **[Core]** Prepare cost estimates or specifications for rehabilitation or weatherization services.
- **[Core]** Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation.
- **[Core]** Wrap water heaters with water heater blankets.
- **[Core]** Apply spackling, compounding, or other materials to repair holes in walls.
- **[Core]** Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
- **[Core]** Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments.
- **[Core]** Explain recommendations, policies, procedures, requirements, or other related information to residents or building owners.
- **[Core]** Maintain activity logs, financial transaction logs, or other records of weatherization work performed.
- **[Core]** Prepare or assist in the preparation of bids, contracts, or written reports related to weatherization work.
- **[Core]** Test combustible appliances, such as gas appliances.
- **[Core]** Determine amount of air leakage in buildings, using a blower door machine.

## Detailed work activities

- Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.
- Clean equipment or facilities.
- Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.
- Estimate construction project costs.
- Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
- Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Inspect work sites to determine condition or necessary repairs.
- Install building fixtures.
- Install doors or windows.
- Install green structural components, equipment or systems.
- Install insulation in equipment or structures.
- Maintain construction tools or equipment.
- Prepare operational reports.
- Record operational or environmental data.
- Test characteristics of materials or structures.
- Test products for functionality or quality.