Home Energy House Call - Energy Auditor I

About the role

The Energy Auditor I plays a crucial role in Franklin Energy's mission to promote energy efficiency and sustainability. They provide expert advice and assistance to small business tenants, building owners, and utility customers, helping them understand and implement energy-saving measures.

Responsibilities

• Promote the energy efficiency program to customers through the completion of scheduled energy assessments
• Work with building owners and property managers to provide energy efficiency advice and assistance in participating in energy efficiency programs
• Deliver professional, high-quality services to utility customers
• Complete walk-through energy assessments of properties that identify key natural gas and electric saving opportunities
• Install energy-saving devices including energy efficiency lighting, programmable thermostats, and hot water saving devices
• Clearly explain and articulate energy assessment findings to building owners, including explanation of energy efficiency rebates
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the program's strategic direction regarding energy efficiency and the business activities of its customers
• Identify and provide documentation of on-site opportunities for energy efficiency and provide follow-up to customers as required
• Discuss technical elements of energy-consuming equipment, such as lighting, HVAC, hot water systems, building and pipe insulation, and air sealing
• Enter data into spreadsheets and databases to determine energy savings and manage current projects
• Maintain a professional appearance appropriate for a representative of our organization and the utility
• Build quick rapport with customers and initiate conversations on-site regarding energy usage at the facility
• Provide written summary reports directly to the customer and summary reports to the client/Program Manager
• Lead presentations promoting energy efficiency programs for targeted groups
• Perform direct installation of faucet aerators and LED lamps and other direct install measures in qualified customer facilities
• Conduct inventory counts and submit inventory reports as requested by management
• Assure the cleanliness and organization of warehouse locations and fleet vehicle parking areas by regularly assisting with the cleaning and organization of those areas
• Assure assigned fleet vehicles have all safety products located within and attached to the vehicle, and that the vehicles are kept clean and orderly
• Perform routine vehicle safety inspections and submit inspection and maintenance reports to management upon request
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education and Experience: Associates degree or equivalent experience
• Experience: One of the following: Residential building construction, Heating and Air Conditioning System install, sales or service, Other energy efficiency designations or certificates including: Advanced Home Energy Professional (HEP), Building Analyst, Envelope Professional, Residential Building Envelope Whole Hose Air Leakage Controller Installer, Heating, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump, Air sealing and building insulation experience
• Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Strong interpersonal, interviewing and communication skills, Strong data entry skills, Proficient in Microsoft Office, Knowledge of mathematical concepts, Committed to diversity and inclusion, Reliable transportation, Valid driver’s license, Willingness to travel up to 75%