Technical Specialist

About the role

Performance Systems Development (PSD) is seeking a Technical Specialist to join the Program Delivery Team. The Technical Specialist will perform comprehensive quality assurance inspections on homes participating in various utility programs in the greater Seattle, WA area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct QA inspections on new homes, including blower door testing, duct testing, health and safety testing, and other measurements.
• Cook with program trade allies to schedule each week's inspection schedule.
• Report on inspection progress and/or issues encountered during inspections.
• Provide technical assistance and support to HERS Raters, home builders, and other program participants/stakeholders.
• Verify project submittals comply with program policies and procedures.
• Review energy savings calculations and project specifications and manage records in program database.
• Recruit program trade allies.

Requirements

• A passion for energy efficiency and sustainability in new construction.
• A strong work ethic with the ability to work independently with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all types of people and communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• A building science background, including energy efficiency certifications (RESNET HERS Rater, HERS Modeler, RFI, BPI Building Analyst); green building certifications (NAHB, LEED); and/or related areas.
• A minimum of six (6) months hands-on field experience in energy auditing, construction, or a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months hands-on field experience in energy auditing, construction, or a related field.

Skills

• Building science background, including energy efficiency certifications (RESNET HERS Rater, HERS Modeler, RFI, BPI Building Analyst); green building certifications (NAHB, LEED); and/or related areas.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401K savings plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Unlimited Sick Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• A Paid Benefit Time program

Pay

The Pay Range For This Role Is 31.25 - 36.06 USD per hour(Seattle, WA)

Schedule

Daily travel required within the program territory, with occasional overnight stays as needed.