Energy Technician

The Center for Energy and Environment Published: February 21, 2017
Skill Level
Mid Level
Job Type
Full-time
Categories
Energy / Skilled & Technical Labor / Design & Construction

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Description

~ The Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is a 501C3 nonprofit organization that promotes energy efficiency to strengthen the economy while improving the environment. ~

CEE's mission is to promote energy efficiency to strengthen the economy while improving the environment. Data-driven and community-engaged, CEE’s staff are passionate to discover and deploy the most effective solutions for a healthy, low-carbon economy through several channels.

Position Overview

The Energy Technician is responsible for providing in-home residential energy analysis in support of CEE’s Residential Programs. The Energy Technician is part of a two-person team and is primarily responsible for the technical aspects of the Home Energy Squad (HES) home visit, including conducting building diagnostics, identifying major retrofit opportunities, and providing a quote for insulation/air sealing treatments. This an administrative level position reports to the Field Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Working with a team member to conduct home visits according to established protocols.
  • Managing time to complete visits according to schedule.
  • Assuming the role of Lead or Installer for HES Installed visits.
  • Conducting product installations for HES and multifamily visits.
  • Performing blower door and combustion safety tests, inspecting insulation levels in walls and attics, including infrared camera assessment, and preparing an accurate quote for insulation/air sealing treatments.
  • Communicating with the Energy Counselor throughout visits with respect to upgrades recommendations.
  • Reviewing insulation/air sealing quote and reinforcing upgrades recommendations with homeowners.
  • Accurately recording and entering data into the tracking database.
  • Accurately managing product inventory.
  • Driving a Home Energy Squad van.
  • Conducting research and completing assigned tasks and responsibilities during office time.
  • Assisting with program marketing and outreach efforts.
  • Understanding and adhering to corporate policies and procedures, attending trainings as requested, and reading corporate wide emails and correspondence.

Qualifications

  • Must have solid knowledge of and demonstrated experience in building science, residential energy efficiency and residential building construction, and the capacity and interest to learn more.
  • Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst certification preferred, but will train the right candidate.
  • Experience with infrared camera assessment and estimating or installing insulation preferred.
  • Must demonstrate excellent customer relations and communication skills.
  • Must demonstrate excellent time-management and organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines.
  • Must have basic computer and keyboard competency and show proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds as well as carry, push, pull, kneel and squat.
  • Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.

Compensation: $16-$18/hour based on qualifications and experience.

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