Overview:
Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) has an opening in our Building Inspection Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.
Summary
The Blower Door Technician will be responsible for conducting blower door tests to assess the air tightness of the buildings. The primary objective will be to identify and measure the air leakage using specialized equipment, analyze test results, and provide recommendations for improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
·Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Body motions and movements include: bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing, with or without reasonable accommodation
·Lifting and/or moving up to 35 lbs. regularly is expected, and up to 75 lbs. on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation
·The testing process for the various construction materials (i.e., soils, concrete, asphalt, etc.) is repetitive in nature several times per hour
·The technician’s primary duty is to test soil densities and concrete samples (air, temperature, mix design, etc.), as well as testing other construction materials. Testing these samples requires extensive manual lifting and handling
·Weights in the 0-75-lbs range are lifted frequently (From 33% up to 66% of the task period) with a frequency range of 10 – 35 repetitions per hour, with or without reasonable accommodation
·Weights in the range of 35 – 75+ lbs. (concrete cylinders and soils) are lifted frequently (From 15% to 30% of the task period) with a range of 5 - 15 repetitions per hour, with or without reasonable accommodation
·Construction materials are manually lifted and carried distances on average ranging from a few feet to 75 feet, but may occasionally exceed 75 ft in walking distance and are unloaded manually at our lab and carried inside for testing, with or without reasonable accommodation
·On average the workdays range from 7 - 12 hours
·This job is located in Florida, with exposure to intense sun, intense heat, humidity, rain, thunderstorms, and other adverse weather conditions
·Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include wetlands, swamps, grasslands, and fields with uneven surfaces, sand, brush, and other natural and man-made obstacles.
·This job is primarily and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level is usually moderate to loud
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform blower door tests on residential and commercial buildings to determine air leakage rates
- Set up and calibrate blower door equipment according to industry standards
- Conduct visual inspections to identify potential air leakage areas such as gaps, cracks and openings in building envelopes
- Measure and record airflow rates using precision instruments
- Analyze test data and prepare detailed reports outlining findings and recommendations for improving building performance
- Collaborate with the team to implement air sealing measures and energy efficiency upgrades
- Provide training and guidance to other team members as needed
- Uphold safety protocols and practices while working on job sites
- Other duties may be assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Proven experience as Blower Door Technician or similar role in the construction or energy industry
- ·Strong knowledge of blower door testing procedures, equipment, and data analysis techniques
- Familiarity with building codes, energy efficiency standards, and indoor air quality guidelines
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
- Ability to work comfortably in various indoor and outdoor environments
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass a background check in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification)
- Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop, including sending and receiving emails, input data and prepare reports
Preferred Qualifications:
- High School diploma, GED or equivalent
- Additional training or certification in building science, energy efficiency or related fields is a plus
- Preference for experience in the AEC Industry
- HERS Rater
- RESNET Certification
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 73 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES?
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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
