To work as a weatherization installer and technician, you typically need to:

• have a high school diploma or equivalent; and
• have work experience in a related occupation or have a combination of education and experience.

Education after high school

A college degree is not required to become a weatherization installer or technician. However, many installers and technicians have an associate degree in a building trade-related field, or a certificate from a training program.

A small number of colleges and universities offer training or continuing education programs in weatherization installation or technology. These programs offer specific courses in weatherization techniques as well as courses in work place safety and basic building and construction skills.

Work experience

It is helpful to have construction, mechanical, or electrical work experience. People with construction backgrounds are well suited for the work.

On-the-job training

If you have related work experience, you can become a weatherization installer or technician through on-the-job training. The length of this training can vary from a couple months up to a year.