Weatherization Installers and Technicians

SOC code 47-4099 · O*NET-SOC 47-4099.03 · Little to some preparation needed · Skilled trades

Weatherization Installers and Technicians pay

U.S. national figures, May 2025 BLS survey · How we got this number

Median pay

$49,910

a year

Hourly

$24.00

per hour

10th$36,510Median$49,91090th$78,700

The solid band is the middle 50% of workers; the bar spans the 10th to 90th percentile.

Average pay

$55,130

$26.51 per hour

Middle 50%

$42,810 – $62,440

25th to 75th percentile

Full spread

$36,510 – $78,700

10th to 90th percentile

People employed

28,380

nationwide

National U.S. figure, May 2025. Local pay can be higher or lower.

These pay and employment figures are for the broader BLS group “Miscellaneous Construction and Related Workers”, not this job alone.

10th percentile: $36,510; $17.56/hr
25th percentile: $42,810; $20.58/hr
Median percentile: $49,910; $24.00/hr
75th percentile: $62,440; $30.02/hr
90th percentile: $78,700; $37.84/hr

What do weatherization installers and technicians do?

Perform a variety of activities to weatherize homes and make them more energy efficient. Duties include repairing windows, insulating ducts, and performing heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) work. May perform energy audits and advise clients on energy conservation measures.

The tasks that matter most day to day

Test combustible appliances, such as gas appliances.
Determine amount of air leakage in buildings, using a blower door machine.
Test and diagnose air flow systems, using furnace efficiency analysis equipment.
Install and seal air ducts, combustion air openings, or ventilation openings to improve heating and cooling efficiency.
Inspect buildings to identify required weatherization measures, including repair work, modification, or replacement.
Recommend weatherization techniques to clients in accordance with needs and applicable energy regulations, codes, policies, or statutes.
Apply insulation materials, such as loose, blanket, board, and foam insulation to attics, crawl spaces, basements, or walls.
Make minor repairs using basic hand or power tools and materials, such as glass, lumber, and drywall.

How to qualify for this work

Most people in this role hold high school diploma or the equivalent (such as a ged) — 61% of workers surveyed reported it as their level of education.

Preparation level: zone 2 — Little to some preparation needed

Education: Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.
Experience: Some occupations may need little or no previous experience; others require several months to a year of experience. For example, landscaping and groundskeeping workers might require very little training or previous experience, while agricultural equipment operators can benefit from on-the job training.
Training: Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.

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Education reported by people doing this job

High School Diploma or the equivalent (such as a GED)61%
Post-Secondary Certificate30%
Some College Courses9%

Common questions

How much does a weatherization installers and technicians earn?

The national median is $49,910 a year. The full range runs from $36,510 at the 10th percentile to $78,700 at the 90th — entry pay sits closer to the lower figure, and experience, licensing and specialisation move you up the range.

Can you become a weatherization installers and technicians without a degree?

Yes — this occupation sits in preparation zone 2, meaning the typical entry route is usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not. A four-year degree is not the standard requirement, though licensing or certification may still apply.

Skills and knowledge you need

Core skills

Monitoring3.4/5
Critical Thinking3.3/5
Active Listening3.1/5
Speaking3.1/5
Reading Comprehension3.0/5

Knowledge areas

Building and Construction4.1/5
Customer and Personal Service3.9/5
Mechanical3.6/5
Administration and Management3.5/5
Education and Training3.4/5
Mathematics3.3/5
English Language3.2/5
Public Safety and Security3.1/5

Transferable strengths: Installation, Judgment and Decision Making, Operations Monitoring, Systems Analysis, Coordination.