Building Performance Field Tech

Based in or around Charleston. Company vehicle and equipment provided – start and stop from home.

About the role

Southern Energy Management (SEM) is seeking a Home Performance Field Technician to perform visual inspections, diagnostic testing, collecting field data, and verifying single-family homes to various energy and green certifications such as Energy Star, NGBS, LEED for Homes, and more. Opportunity to work at a mission-driven certified B Corp committed to leading the change by using business as a force for good that was named INC Best Place to Work. Opportunity to bring your passion for sustainability and clean energy to work.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new residential buildings for code compliance and energy-efficient construction features including framing, insulation, air barrier, and HVAC
• Perform diagnostic testing for whole house air leakage and duct leakage in new homes to calculate energy efficiency performance
• Communicate directly with home builders and trades to help them meet their energy efficiency and sustainability goals
• Accurate, real-time entry of field data into energy modeling software

Requirements

• Fast and accurate data entry
• Computer and software skills: Technical proficiency and basic computer skills are a must. Experience with iOS, Adobe Acrobat, MS Excel, and energy modeling software is preferred
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for 100 feet unassisted
• Ability to work outdoors, in basements, enclosed crawl spaces, and attics
• Minimum 3 years licensed driving experience (5+ preferred)
• Driving record that meets our insurance criteria (candidates with 3-5 years of licensed driving experience will be considered based on insurance approval)

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification
• HERS Rater, RFI, and/or NGBS Green Verifier designation
• High-performance residential construction experience (BPI, RESNET)

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Vision and dental
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay

Pay

$18 - $24 per hour