Multifamily Energy Efficiency Technician

About the role

The Multifamily Energy Efficiency Technician position is responsible for on-site inspections, performance testing, data collection, and verifying green building program compliance for new construction and rehabilitation projects.

Responsibilities

• Work closely and collaboratively with general contractors and subcontractors, providing onsite technical assistance to achieve specification and/or certification standards.
• Accurately and expeditiously enter field-collected data into databases.
• Inspect buildings for compliance with required energy-efficient construction and program details in framing, insulation, air barrier, and HVAC.
• Field test new buildings for energy efficiency performance factors including whole-house air leakage and duct leakage.

Requirements

• Good customer relationship skills are of utmost importance.
• Ability to work outdoors on ladders, in basements, enclosed crawl spaces, and attics.
• Experience with HERS ratings or energy modeling software preferred.
• Holders of the HERS RFI/Rater or green building program accreditation are preferred.
• Basic understanding of construction, building science, or energy modeling skills are a definite plus.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Minimum 3 years licensed driving experience (5+ preferred).
• Driving record that meets our insurance criteria.

Qualifications

• Candidates with 3-5 years of licensed driving experience will be considered based on insurance approval.

Skills

• Customer service skills
• Outdoor work experience
• Knowledge of HERS ratings or energy modeling software
• Understanding of construction, building science, or energy modeling
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Licensed driving experience

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental, short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Paid training and professional development opportunities
• Paid time to volunteer

Pay

$19 to $27/hour based on qualifications.

Schedule

Expected hours: 40 per week.