47 lines
3.0 KiB
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47 lines
3.0 KiB
Markdown
# Tasks & work activities — insulation supervisor
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 47-4099.03 (Weatherization Installers and Technicians).
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.
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- **[Core]** Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes.
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- **[Core]** Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
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- **[Core]** Apply insulation materials, such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.
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- **[Core]** Explain energy conservation measures, such as the use of low flow showerheads and energy-efficient lighting.
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- **[Core]** Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency.
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- **[Core]** Install storm windows or storm doors and verify proper fit.
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- **[Core]** Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall.
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- **[Core]** Prepare and apply weather-stripping, glazing, caulking, or door sweeps to reduce energy losses.
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- **[Core]** Prepare cost estimates or specifications for rehabilitation or weatherization services.
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- **[Core]** Wrap air ducts and water lines with insulating materials, such as duct wrap and pipe insulation.
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- **[Core]** Wrap water heaters with water heater blankets.
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- **[Core]** Apply spackling, compounding, or other materials to repair holes in walls.
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- **[Core]** Clean and maintain tools and equipment.
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- **[Core]** Contact residents or building owners to schedule appointments.
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- **[Core]** Explain recommendations, policies, procedures, requirements, or other related information to residents or building owners.
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- **[Core]** Maintain activity logs, financial transaction logs, or other records of weatherization work performed.
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- **[Core]** Prepare or assist in the preparation of bids, contracts, or written reports related to weatherization work.
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- **[Core]** Test combustible appliances, such as gas appliances.
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- **[Core]** Determine amount of air leakage in buildings, using a blower door machine.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Apply material to fill gaps in surfaces.
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- Clean equipment or facilities.
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- Communicate with clients about products, procedures, and policies.
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- Estimate construction project costs.
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- Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
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- Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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- Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation.
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- Inspect work sites to determine condition or necessary repairs.
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- Install building fixtures.
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- Install doors or windows.
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- Install green structural components, equipment or systems.
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- Install insulation in equipment or structures.
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- Maintain construction tools or equipment.
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- Prepare operational reports.
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- Record operational or environmental data.
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- Test characteristics of materials or structures.
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- Test products for functionality or quality.
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