Energy Auditor

East Bay Community Action Program•East Providence, RI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Help Rhode Island families create safer, healthier, and more energy-efficient homes. Do you enjoy solving problems, working independently, and making a direct impact in your community? Join East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) as a Weatherization Energy Auditor and play a vital role in helping income-eligible households reduce energy costs, improve home comfort, and enhance health and safety. If you are passionate about building science, sustainability, and helping others, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The Weatherization Energy Auditor serves as a key member of EBCAP's Weatherization Program, leading comprehensive energy assessments for homes across Rhode Island. In this highly impactful field-based role, you will evaluate residential properties, identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements, ensure compliance with weatherization program requirements, and educate residents on energy-saving practices. Working independently while collaborating with program staff, you will guide projects from initial assessment through documentation, helping ensure every intervention delivers meaningful results for the families we serve.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED. Equivalent experience in building science, HVAC, construction trades, or related fields may be considered.
Ability to obtain Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst certification within six months of hire.
Ability to obtain Lead Renovator Certification (RRP) within six months of hire.
OSHA 10 certification prior to conducting independent energy audits.
Valid Rhode Island driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
Building performance and energy auditing knowledge
Blower door testing and combustion safety analysis experience
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Grant compliance and recordkeeping skills
Effective communication and customer service abilities
Time management and independent fieldwork capability
Ability to explain technical information in a clear, practical way
Organization, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in weatherization, HVAC, residential construction, or related building trades.
Familiarity with Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) requirements.
Knowledge of Rhode Island weatherization program regulations.
Bilingual skills in English/Spanish or English/Portuguese are highly valued.

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed residential energy audits using industry-standard diagnostic tools and testing methods.
Evaluate insulation, heating and cooling systems, air leakage, and overall building performance.
Perform safety inspections, including combustion safety testing and carbon monoxide assessment.
Identify health and safety concerns and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
Apply Building Performance Institute (BPI) standards and Rhode Island building requirements in all auditing activities.
Manage an assigned caseload and coordinate audit schedules to meet program goals.
Prepare accurate audit reports, work orders, and client records.
Verify program eligibility requirements and maintain compliant client files.
Ensure weatherization recommendations and expenditures remain within established program guidelines.
Enter and maintain data within program management systems to support reporting and quality assurance activities.
Maintain assigned company vehicle and ensure it remains clean, organized, and ready for fieldwork.
Monitor equipment, tools, and material inventories to support effective program operations.
Report maintenance concerns and coordinate vehicle servicing as needed.
Educate clients about practical energy-saving strategies and home efficiency improvements.
Connect households with additional EBCAP programs and community resources when appropriate.
Participate in trainings, quality assurance reviews, and state weatherization meetings.
Support departmental initiatives and collaborative projects across the organization.