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The JPI Group

Project Manager

Inkster, MI · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

  • Medical

This role combines project management, contractor coordination, and resident engagement to deliver upgrades--such as heat pumps, induction stoves, and weatherization--that improve comfort, safety ...

SEEL

Field Account & Quality Coordinator

Detroit, MI · On-site

$19.75 - $25.75/hr

... weatherization production, Health & Safety conversion, verified savings, and overall program performance. This position does not directly supervise others but is expected to coordinate work across ...

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How much do weatherization jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for weatherization in Michigan is $16.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a weatherization worker do?

A typical day in weatherization involves conducting home energy assessments, identifying areas of energy loss, and implementing solutions such as installing insulation, sealing air leaks, and upgrading ventilation systems. You may work independently or as part of a small crew and regularly interact with homeowners to explain the work being done. The role often requires traveling to different homes or buildings, adapting to various work environments, and ensuring all measures follow strict safety and quality guidelines. Over time, experienced weatherization professionals may advance to supervisory or energy auditor roles.

What does a weatherization contractor do?

A weatherization contractor inspects and improves the energy efficiency of buildings by sealing leaks, insulating walls and attics, and installing energy-saving equipment. They often work with tools like blowers and insulation materials and may require certifications such as the Building Performance Institute (BPI) or Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET).

What is weatherization?

A weatherization job involves making homes and buildings more energy-efficient by sealing air leaks, adding insulation, and improving heating and cooling systems. Workers assess structures for energy loss and implement upgrades to reduce utility costs and improve comfort. These jobs are often part of government or utility programs aimed at helping homeowners save energy and reduce environmental impact. Weatherization technicians may also educate residents on energy-saving practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for weatherization?

To thrive in Weatherization, you need strong knowledge of building science, energy efficiency principles, and hands-on skills in installing insulation, air sealing, and ventilation systems, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with diagnostic tools like blower doors, infrared cameras, and certifications such as BPI (Building Performance Institute) or RESNET is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills help distinguish top performers in this field. These skills are crucial for ensuring homes are energy efficient, safe, and comfortable for occupants while meeting industry standards.

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Infographic showing various Weatherization job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,313 per year, or $17 per hour.

Grants Operations Specialist - Residential Programs - Lansing, MI

Capital Area Community Services Inc.

Lansing, MI • On-site

$61K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Capital Area Community Services, Inc. is seeking a Grants Operations Specialist for our Residential Programs. This is a new position with our Agency and a terrific opportunity. If interested and qualified, please apply today!
The Grants Operations Specialist will work closely with the Director of Residential Programs, program staff, finance department, funders, contractors, skilled trades professionals, utility partners, and community partners to support effective grant management, client-centered program operations, process development, and compliance. This role requires professionalism, strong communication, tech-savviness, flexibility, attention to detail, and an appropriate sense of urgency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Administer and support federal, state, local, utility, philanthropic, and private grants related to residential repair, weatherization, energy efficiency, and housing stability programs.
  • Assist with grant applications, funding proposals, budgets, narratives, reports, reimbursement requests, monitoring materials, and funder updates.
  • Track grant budgets, expenditures, obligations, balances, deadlines, deliverables, and compliance requirements.
  • Work with finance department and program staff to support accurate financial tracking, documentation, reconciliation, and reporting across multiple funding sources.
  • Maintain organized grant, contract, procurement, project, financial, and compliance records.
  • Support compliance with applicable funding requirements, including CDBG, Weatherization, Davis-Bacon and related labor standards, procurement, environmental review, and federally funded construction requirements.
  • Assist with building, improving, and documenting client-centered processes for residential program operations and pilot programs that support housing stability.
  • Support coordination between intake, inspection, construction, weatherization, finance, compliance, and partner teams.
  • Communicate professionally with funders, government partners, utility partners, contractors, skilled trades professionals, vendors, clients, and internal staff.
  • Represent CACS with professionalism, discretion, and diplomacy in meetings, funder conversations, political environments, and public-facing situations.
  • Use technology confidently, including grant management systems, spreadsheets, databases, project management tools, and other platforms used to track program activity, finances, compliance, and reporting.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills, with a commitment to client-centered service.
  • Ability to manage multiple grants, deadlines, funding requirements, and priorities.
  • Ability to track and report on program finances, expenditures, obligations, and grant balances.
  • Ability to understand and apply complex grant requirements, contracts, program guidelines, and compliance standards.
  • Ability to work professionally with funders, government officials, contractors, skilled trades professionals, clients, and internal teams.
  • Comfort working in complex, evolving program environments and supporting new program pilots.
  • Technology-savvy, with the ability to learn new software, systems, and reporting tools.
  • Ability and willingness to build competency in federally funded construction programs, CDBG, Weatherization, Davis-Bacon, procurement, compliance documentation, and related residential program requirements.
  • Familiarity with residential construction, housing rehabilitation, weatherization, energy efficiency, or skilled trades environments preferred.
  • High level of professionalism, judgment, flexibility, discretion, attention to detail, and appropriate sense of urgency while maintaining focus on client needs and housing stability.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Construction Management preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or relevant work experience may be considered.
  • Experience in grant administration, program coordination, compliance, financial tracking, reporting, housing programs, construction-related programs, weatherization, or a related field required.
  • Experience with federally funded construction, CDBG, Weatherization Assistance Program, Davis-Bacon, procurement, or residential rehabilitation programs required.

The qualifications listed above are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.
Full-Time: 40 Hours per Week; 52 Weeks per Year
Benefits: Full Package after 60 Days of Employment
Worksite: 1301 Rensen Street, Lansing, MI
Capital Area Community Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug free workplace, with pre-employment drug screening required (including marijuana). Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.

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