HVAC​/Weatherization Associate

Job Details

Job Location:

Energy and Environmental Services Department - Garden Grove, CA 92841 Position Type:
Full Time Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Construction

Community Action Partnership has an exciting opportunity for HVAC/Weatherization Associate HVAC/Weatherization Associate will assist with daily operations at Community Action Partnership of Orange County’s newly developed Weatherization Research and Development (WR&D) Center. Under the supervision of the Field Superintendent and Senior Construction Manager, the associate will support the development and implementation of program procedures and ensure that requirements are aligned to build sustainable support that impacts the lives of hundreds of residents.

This is a short-term, 1-year grant-funded position with the possibility of matriculating into other roles. The associate will be playing a critical role in the work and dedication of Community Action Partnership of Orange County’s initiatives. It’s leadership with a cause, and the rewards are immeasurable!

Born out of the War on Poverty more than 50 years ago, Community Action Partnership Orange County (CAP OC) is a trusted resource for Orange County community members facing obstacles such as food insecurity, unemployment, economic turmoil, and more. We walk alongside the people we serve, and we act to meet immediate needs without delay. Our programs help empower people to improve their lives and their communities.

We see poverty as an unacceptable reality for our neighbors and rally with key partners to help facilitate change.

In addition to our EPIC values, our external values are as follows:

• Leadership We are guiding critical shifts in how people think and act to address the root causes of poverty
• Collaboration We bring together all capable partners to achieve transformative results
• Trust For over 50 years, the community has counted on us to empower those in need
• Compassion We treat each person we serve respectfully and with great care
• Justice We are passionate about advocating for those living in poverty and creating equity throughout the region

Under the supervision of the Field Superintendent and Senior Construction Manager, the HVAC/Weatherization Associate will support daily operations at the WR&D Center and support technical training for our service team. You will be responsible for ensuring facility safety, diagnostic equipment setup, and maintenance of all systems at the WR&D Center. The Associate will assist in mentoring apprentices to improve their technical proficiency, safety adherence, and customer service skills.

Associate will perform other duties as needed and/or assigned within the Energy & Environmental Services (EES) Department.

The non-exempt hourly rate of pay for this position is $25.00 - $30.00.

• Technical Instruction:
  Assist with the delivery of hands-on training sessions covering HVAC installation, electrification, diagnostics, and repair.
• Understand home assessment protocol to determine the eligibility/ feasibility of measure installation within the dwelling.
• Mentorship:
  Support supervision and mentorship of apprentice technicians on-site to ensure high-quality workmanship and compliance with safety standards.
• Assist in diagnostic testing and re-testing of CAS, duct leakage, and shell leakage tests in accordance with funding source guidelines.
• Complex Diagnostics:
  Assist in troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical and electrical faults in WR&D systems.
• Assist in inspecting HVAC Heat Pump and Heat Pump Water Heater installations completed by apprentices.
• Perform daily WR&D Building Inspections, maintain daily logs of equipment, ensuring facility is fully functional.
• Report to the Field Superintendent or Senior Construction Manager on any center concerns, failures, or discrepancies.
• Participate in weekly safety meetings.
• Confirm that diagnostic equipment is functional and is calibrated to manufacturer requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• EPIC standards, values, and upholding…