Energy Auditor/Inspector

Sieda Community Action•Ottumwa, IA

2d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Sieda Community Action is hiring an Energy Auditor/Inspector for its Weatherization team. Based at the corporate office in Ottumwa, Iowa, the position serves clients across Appanoose, Davis, Jefferson, Keokuk, Mahaska, Van Buren, and Wapello counties, with frequent travel in a company-provided vehicle. The role performs initial home audits and, once certified, final inspections of weatherized homes to verify that contracted work is complete, correctly performed, and compliant with State of Iowa Weatherization Program standards and applicable codes. The position also maintains ongoing communication with contractors and provides technical and program-standard assistance. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least five years of experience in a similar role. A two- to four-year college program in construction or engineering is preferred. Required program training includes Building Performance Institute certification, Certified Lead Safe Renovator certification, and applicable state Weatherization courses, with continuing education credits for the certifications. A valid driver's license and the ability to maintain auto insurance coverage are required. Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Economic and Family Support Services Director. The stated hourly pay range is $20.55–$24.15, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick time, health, life, and dental insurance, and IPERS retirement benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least five years of experience in a similar position.
Valid driver's license and ability to maintain auto insurance coverage.
Ability to work in highly confidential settings and maintain confidentiality for clients and contractors.
Ability to understand, learn, and adapt to new technology and evolving standards.
Strong organizational skills and effective communication and documentation skills.
Ability to speak effectively one-to-one and in group settings, listen well, solve practical problems, and respond effectively to complaints.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret rules and regulations.
Moderate knowledge of existing software and typical office applications, plus the ability to learn Weatherization software and new applications.
Thorough knowledge of audit and inspection equipment, including blower doors, infrared cameras, digital and/or cell phone cameras and photo transfer, carbon monoxide and pressure monitoring equipment, appliance monitoring equipment, and HEPA vacuums.
Complete required technical training and all State of Iowa Weatherization courses at both worker and supervisory levels.
Obtain Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification and continuing education credits as required by the Weatherization Inspection Program.
Obtain Certified Lead Safe Renovator certification and continuing education credits as required by the Weatherization Inspection Program.
Travel within and outside the service area as required.
Ability to enter tight spaces, including attics, basements, knee wall areas, and crawl spaces, and to set up and climb ladders.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a two- to four-year college program in construction or engineering.

Responsibilities

Perform initial audits of client homes in the Weatherization program.
Once certified, conduct final inspections of completed homes to ensure work is complete, thorough, and compliant with state work standards, program specifications, and applicable codes.
Monitor and ensure contractual compliance in the delivery of program services.
Arrange for and/or provide necessary training for contractors.
Work with the Weatherization Coordinator to maintain continuity and consistent program delivery.
Perform and document tests for draft, carbon monoxide levels, static pressure, temperature rise, and room-to-room pressures; record serial and model numbers for combustion appliances.
Provide complete final-inspection reports, including documentation of unacceptable contractor work practices.
Accompany state Weatherization staff on periodic inspections of completed client homes.
Provide contractors with technical assistance on program standards, requirements, and individual client home needs.
Maintain and update the inventory of audit and inspection equipment.
Represent the Economic and Family Support Services unit and/or Weatherization Program at state meetings and with other agencies or organizations as needed.
Assist the Economic and Family Support Services Director with overall program development.
Prioritize homes for weatherization when demand exceeds staffing levels.
Maintain strict confidentiality for clients and contractors.
Plan and implement changes for multiple programs within the Weatherization Program.
Support the Economic and Family Support Services team and perform other duties as necessary to achieve agency goals.