Energy Auditor

Self Help Inc•Brockton, MA

5d•$58,000 - $62,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Self Help Inc. is currently looking for a reliable, efficient WAP Energy Auditor to join our team. Self Help, Inc. is a nonprofit Community Action Agency (CAA) created to help families and individuals stabilize and secure their lives through education, strategic assistance, and building opportunities in their communities. We provide a range of services for families and households across Southeastern Massachusetts. The Energy Auditor conducts Weatherization and Heating System assessments and educates the client on energy conservation.

Requirements

Must pass a criminal background check and other required clearances
Maintains a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to meet insurance standards and is able to provide transportation between the office and clients’ homes
Ability to communicate technical terms to a diverse client base
Strong computer skills with the ability to use tablets remotely to log in work measures
Ability to calculate dimensions, area, and volume
Commitment to working with people of different backgrounds and income levels
Ability to select the appropriate weatherization measures based on the construction and existing insulation in a home
Demonstrates ability to retain and apply regulatory policy requirements for selecting measures using Utility-approved priority lists
Have a full range of mobility in the upper and lower body
Ability to ascend and descend stairs
Ability to drive for extended periods of time
Ability to reach overhead for extended periods of time.
Ability to work in various positions including but not limited to: stooping, bending, kneeling, sitting, standing and squatting for extended periods of time
Ability to lift, pull and push materials and equipment and appliances to complete assigned tasks
Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently and up to 75lbs occasionally
Minimum of a high school diploma/GED, with at least one year of experience in conducting energy audits required

Nice To Haves

OSHA 10 Certification
OSHA Confined Space
Lead RRP Certification
MA Energy Auditor Certification

Responsibilities

Conducting home energy audits, in process quality control and post work quality control inspections in support of Department of Energy, HEARTWAP and utility funded energy efficiency programs.
Engaging all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
Maintaining confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funding source requirements.
Providing client energy conservation education.
Evaluating the condition of residential homes’ attics, basements and crawl spaces for insulation and air infiltration.
Preparing measures for weatherization projects in accordance with DOE and Utility guidelines.
Performing inspections and evaluations of heating systems in accordance with HEARTWAP and utility guidelines for safety and efficiency.
Using diagnostic equipment to test heating systems and measure a home’s efficiency.
Completing required documentation and submitting to administration in a timely manner.
Communicating next steps and setting expectations with clients about what to expect next.
Communicating with contractors’ particular information or special needs for each job assigned.
Maintaining program records according to established standards.
Ensuring compliance with program/department, agency and /or funding source requirements, as well as Self Help Inc. policies and procedures.
Scheduling appointments as necessary.
Attending and participating in engagement team meetings as requested and communicating effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
Working with other members of the Conservation Department to solve problems and develop additional knowledge required to progress to be an Energy Auditor.