Building Science Specialist

Put your expertise in building performance to work advancing an equitable, clean energy future. Slipstream is a national, mission-driven organization accelerating climate solutions for everyone. We inspire new solutions to big energy challenges and are optimistic, inclusive, and ambitious about our impact.

About the role

The Building Science Specialist (BSS) performs home energy assessments, quality control inspections, diagnostic testing, and training. This role manages multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment and contributes to developing and delivering technical training and support materials for energy efficiency professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control residential field site visits
• Deliver technical training
• Assist or lead the development of technical training and support materials
• Complete diagnostic testing of buildings and equipment, analyzing results and reporting findings
• Perform diagnostic testing and analysis related to home energy assessments, quality control inspections, and training (e.g., heating system combustion analysis, carbon monoxide measurement, gas leak detection, zonal pressure identification, infrared scanning, blower door air leakage measurement)
• Provide information for review of data and monthly reports
• Incorporate residential building science best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum of three years work-related experience
• Building Performance Institute (BPI), Home Energy Professional (HEP) Energy Auditor, and Quality Control Inspector (QCI) certification required; or the ability to become certified upon hire
• Basic proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of the Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program
• Ability to travel throughout Wisconsin and surrounding states on a regular basis (up to 50% of the time)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, typically while sitting or occasionally standing
• Tasks demand visual focus for reading and working on screens
• Walking, bending, crawling, stooping, crouching, squatting, kneeling, twisting (neck/trunk), reaching with arms, and reaching overhead
• Use hands to handle or feel, reach with arms, and use tools or controls
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs and ladders as required
• Ability to move, lift, push, pull, or carry items weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ability to operate motor vehicles including, but not limited to, a box truck
• Frequent communication via phone and video conferencing, with in-person interactions as applicable

Working Environment

• Hybrid position with the ability to work from home or another suitable location with reliable internet access
• Moderate noise level if working in the office
• Some exposure to weather conditions during fieldwork
• Must have the ability to work independently while staying engaged with the team through virtual communication tools such as email, chat, and video conferencing
• Requires a quiet and professional workspace for virtual meetings and collaboration
• Work hours vary based on training schedules and field activities, typically occurring between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Central Time