Weatherization Auditor & Program Associate in Training

SHORE UP•Salisbury, MD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Energy Auditors are responsible for conducting comprehensive and precise residential home energy assessments in accordance with agency, utility, and Government standards. Energy Auditors are tasked with educating clients about how to make their homes safer and more energy efficient. Answer direct phone calls. An Energy Auditor in Training will go through the required BPI certifications and Agency trainings. All trainings are paid for by SHORE UP, Inc., and the Energy Auditor in Training is required to maintain employment for one year after each certification received. Additionally, this position will assist with other grant-funded programs. This can include maintaining files, contacting vendors for bids, and attending community outreach events. This position is essential to the weatherization department meeting deadlines and other agreed-upon goals outlined in the grant contracts.

Requirements

Demonstrate comfort level working with diverse and low-income clientele.
Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
Ability to exert physical effort in light to moderate work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; ability to climb and balance.
Ability to maintain the integrity of confidential employment, client, and business information.
Ability to accurately record and enter information into State program software (Hancock), meet deadlines,and maintain the confidentiality of restricted information.
Ability to maintain completely organized and accurate files for all assigned tasks and program areas, ensuring that the files are in compliance with all Federal, State, and Agency guidelines and requirements.
Ability to attend required training.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable with entering confined spaces.
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Possess an excellent ability to speak and write in English to communicate information about the home energy assessment and its findings.
Computing skills required, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, database entry, and report generation.
Knowledge of, and ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of, methods of residential property construction and inspection related to weatherization and energy conservation, including estimating work.
Knowledge of obtaining and analyzing statistical data and the ability to evaluate and interpret meaningful results.
Ability to prepare and/or supervise preparation of required records and reports to keep federal, state, and local agencies informed on the progress of, and any new issues arising from, weatherization work.
Ability to coordinate contractor activities and provide technical assistance and oversight to facilitate smooth work progress.
Ability to perform mathematical computations, communicate effectively in oral and written format,s and use common office IT equipment as necessary.
Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with highly diverse clients and contractor populations
Ability to attend and successfully complete any educational programs to achieve necessary certifications.
Must have a valid Maryland Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to employment
Must pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Weatherization Assistance Program knowledge.
Clean driving record.
Experience with estimates and working with outside vendors.
Possess the ability to speak and write in Spanish and/or other non-English languages.
Preferred experience in weatherization or general construction trades, certificate of completion from a trade, or degree completion from a university or vocational technical institute in a related field.

Responsibilities

Conduct combustion safety testing and infrared scanning to evaluate existing conditions and recommend energy efficiency improvements.
Complete detailed and accurate data collection and measurements, and enter into the Hancock Energy Software and other databases.
Interact with homeowners, tenants, and contractors regarding energy efficiency and prepare detailed and accurate work orders for each audit.
Promote and encourage the adoption of energy-saving measures recommended in the home energy assessment.
Help with administrative work for supplemental grants
Obtain estimates.
Maintain files on premises.
Attend community outreach events.
Comply and act in accordance with Shore UP, Inc. policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
Other duties assigned.