Energy Auditor/Inspector

Sieda Community Action•Ottumwa, IA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Sieda Community Action is hiring an Energy Auditor/Inspector for its Weatherization Program within the Economic and Family Support Services Unit. Based at the corporate office in Ottumwa, Iowa, the position conducts initial audits of client homes and, once certified, final inspections of completed weatherization work. The role ensures that contractor work is complete and meets State of Iowa Weatherization Program standards, applicable codes, and program specifications. It involves frequent travel throughout the program’s seven-county service area in a company-provided vehicle. The Energy Auditor/Inspector works closely with contractors, the Weatherization Coordinator, clients, state staff, and other agencies. The position provides technical assistance and contractor training, documents inspection findings, helps prioritize homes when demand exceeds staffing capacity, maintains audit and inspection equipment, and may represent the program at meetings. The position has broad independent decision-making authority and manages its own schedule and priorities with minimal supervision. It has no supervisory responsibility. A high school diploma or GED and at least five years of experience in a similar position are required. A two- to four-year college program or degree in construction or engineering is preferred. Required program training includes Building Performance Institute certification, Certified Lead Safe Renovator certification, and applicable State of Iowa Weatherization courses, with continuing education credits. Employment is contingent upon a criminal background check. This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

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.
Ability to understand, learn, and adapt to new technology and evolving standards.
Strong organizational skills.
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 customer or staff complaints.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; interpret written rules and regulations and communicate them to program staff in a way that supports contractual compliance.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Moderate knowledge of existing software and ability to use it properly, perform simple maintenance of computers or other technology, and learn new software applications.
Knowledge of typical office software applications and current Weatherization software.
Thorough knowledge of audit and inspection equipment, including blower door, infrared camera, digital or cell phone camera and photo transfer, carbon monoxide and pressure monitoring equipment, appliance monitoring equipment, and HEPA vacuum.
Ability to meet physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 75 pounds, entering tight spaces such as attics, basements, knee-wall areas, and crawl spaces, and setting up and climbing ladders.
Ability to travel within and outside the service area.
Completion of required technical training and State of Iowa Weatherization courses at worker and supervisory levels.
Building Performance Institute certification and continuing education credits, as required by the Weatherization Inspection Program.
Certified Lead Safe Renovator certification and continuing education credits, as required by the Weatherization Inspection Program.
Satisfactory criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Conduct initial audits of client homes in the Weatherization Program.
After certification, conduct final inspections of completed homes to verify that contracted work is complete, thorough, and compliant with state standards, applicable codes, and program specifications.
Perform and document tests for drafts, carbon monoxide levels, static pressure, temperature rise, and room-to-room pressures; record serial and model numbers for combustion appliances.
Monitor contractual compliance in the delivery of program services.
Maintain ongoing communication with contractors and provide technical assistance on program standards, requirements, and individual client needs.
Arrange for or provide necessary contractor training.
Provide complete final inspection reports, including documentation of unacceptable contractor work practices.
Accompany state weatherization staff on periodic inspections of completed client homes.
Work with the Weatherization Coordinator to support consistent program delivery.
Maintain and update the inventory of audit and inspection equipment.
Represent the Economic and Family Support Services Unit 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.
Coordinate work with other staff and clients and perform other duties needed to support the team.