Building Performance Installers perform upgrades to residential homes to reduce heat loss and air leakage and to increase the efficiency and safety of mechanical systems.
Building Performance Installers perform a variety of activities that weatherize homes and make them more energy efficient. Activities include applying vapor barriers and insulation material like loose, blanket, board, and foam in attics, crawl spaces, basements, and walls; sealing air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency; installing weather stripping around windows and doors; and adding insulation around water lines and hot water heaters.
In the green buildings and energy efficiency industry, Building Performance Installers are on the front lines ensuring homes have the most basic energy efficiency measures installed.
Advancement Routes
-
▸ Insulation/Air Sealing Technician
Additional experience is typically needed for this advancement.. -
▸ Insulation Apprentice
Willingness to participate in an approved apprenticeship training program is required for this move.. -
▸ Building Performance Crew Leader
Additional experience is required for this advancement.. -
▸ Building Maintenance Worker
No additional requirements are needed for this advancement.. -
▸ Energy Efficiency Technician (Residential)
Additional experience is required for this advancement.. -
▸ Energy Efficiency Technician (Commercial)
Additional experience is required for this advancement.. -
▸ Energy Efficiency Sales Representative
Being highly motivated and a self-starter would facilitate this move.. -
▸ Building Performance Diagnostician
Additional experience and industry certification would facilitate this advancement..
