Energy Advisor II

Job ID: 13634105

About the role

The Energy Advisor II is responsible for providing delivery of assigned services in accordance with Agency Vision, Mission, and Values and applicable program contract, manuals, and guidelines. The candidate will work closely with program partners, contractors, utility stakeholders, and qualified candidates to develop energy savings projects for the residents of Champaign County and Central Illinois.

The Energy Advisor II conducts residential energy assessments on behalf of utility-driven energy efficiency programs and The Illinois Home Weatherization Program for residents of Champaign County and the greater Central Illinois area. A successful candidate will coordinate and conduct home energy assessments for qualified program participants, analyze clients' energy needs to provide energy education, install energy savings measures, and develop energy efficiency projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct energy efficiency and safety testing.
• Install energy efficiency measures including LED lightbulbs, faucet aerators and showerheads, and smart thermostats.
• Complete and submit program documents for project development.
• Participate in outreach and awareness-raising activities.
• Develop and implement residential energy-efficiency and weatherization projects while ensuring program standards are upheld, both independently and as part of a team.
• Communicate conditions of the home and energy efficiency opportunities to a team of contractors.
• Manage and maintain product inventory, equipment, and company vehicles.
• Fill out program documents completely, timely, and accurately.
• Complete data entry and generate data reports in various formats to support data analysis and program report functions.

Requirements

• Completion of the 11-week formal IHWAP Training and Certification Program and Quality Control Inspector (QCI) certification (or ability to achieve within 90 days of hire date).
• Building Performance Institute Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector Certifications, or ability to obtain them within 90 days of hire date.
• High school degree or G.E.D.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout Champaign County and Central Illinois.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in English (spelling, punctuation, grammar).
• User-level knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and report generating.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and balance their needs with program rules and regulations.
• Writing and mathematical skills sufficient to complete all paperwork requirements.
• Ability to obtain weatherization certifications within twelve months of employment.
• Ability to travel to and navigate worksites regularly with little oversight.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to accommodate special projects as needed.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to lift testing equipment (approximately 40 lbs.), climb stairs and ladders, and work in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Spanish language fluency is desirable.
• Second language fluency is a plus.
• Knowledge and respect for diverse cultures, lifestyles, and problems of poverty.

Pay

Starting hourly wage: $25.77

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Retirement plan.

Worksite Location

1776 E. Washington Street, Urbana, IL 61802