Home Energy Auditor

ICF•Tempe, AZ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a primarily field-based role requiring frequent local travel throughout the Tempe, AZ area to conduct in-home assessments (up to approximately 75%), with occasional in-office presence (about once per month) and limited virtual workdays. To support recent growth in Arizona, ICF is building a team of Home Energy Auditors to assist in the implementation of utility sponsored energy efficiency programs. Auditors will conduct a comprehensive residential home energy assessment in accordance with utility program standards. You will educate homeowners about how to make their homes more energy efficient, comfortable and assist them in taking the next steps to upgrade their home. Job responsibilities include field visits to conduct site walk-throughs, collecting information on appliances, HVAC equipment, envelope and windows, and installing energy efficiency LED lamps, smart power strips, and other items in single-family and manufactured home residences. The Home Energy Auditor will provide recommendations for next steps customers might make to continue with additional energy efficiency upgrades their home. Training and a work vehicle are provided.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.
Able to lift boxes no heavier than 30 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders, driving, walking, standing, installing light bulbs and equipment, above head arm movements

Nice To Haves

Certified RESNET HERS Rater, HESP or equivalent experience
Experience with energy audits and experience promoting energy efficiency in the residential sector
BPI certified Building Analyst
Willingness to obtain required certification within six months of hire, with company‑provided preparation and payment.
Experience with energy modeling software
Understanding of building science applications or construction background
Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Conduct home energy assessments in residential single and manufactured homes
Install instant savings measures such as LED’s and other energy savings devices
Complete detailed and accurate data collection and measurements and enter the data in the program software tool.
Accurately document activities in the field and assist in monitoring progress towards program goals on customer participation and the completion of eligible projects
Interact with homeowners and tenants, answering questions regarding energy efficiency and recommend next steps
Promote and encourage adoption of energy saving measures recommended in the home energy assessment
Coordinate with or follow up on program Quality Assurance activities such as field inspections and customer surveys, as appropriate
Prepare summary reports identifying opportunities found during visit
Perform introductory tablet energy audit in a timely and efficient manner
Investigate main drivers of energy consumption in a given home and troubleshoot comfort issues within the home
Attend community events such home and trade shows promoting and registering homeowners for the program