Technical Weatherization Trainer - Energy Efficiency

About the role

The Michigan Weatherization Training Center will provide technical expert instruction and assistance to Weatherization professionals, home professionals, builders, contractors, developers, architects, and others. The training center will focus on building science coursework to support the Weatherization Assistance Program's (WAP) comprehensive technical trainings and certifications outlined in the Quality Work Plan that establishes a benchmark for quality home energy upgrades, released by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Technical Trainer reporting to the MiTEC Manager to conduct building science technical training for the Weatherization Training Center.
• Conduct technical training of the building science technical coursework, curriculum, and testing related skills, use appropriate props and demonstrations in a training environment, engage in research of industry best practices, and provide technical assistance for students of the Michigan Weatherization Training Center.
• Responsible for delivering training using updated curriculum and coursework that aligns with federal and state program requirements, risk assessments, and monitoring outcomes.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Possession of a degree or equivalent experience in building science, building construction, civil or structural engineering, weatherization assistance program, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of two years of related and progressively more responsible work experience in the Weatherization Assistance Program, energy efficiency, construction trades, or related field is required. Proven experience as a Technical Trainer and/or IREC Master Trainer is helpful. Industry certifications such as BPI, QCI, HEP, Lead RRP, and OSHA is helpful.
• Industry certifications such as BPI, QCI, HEP, Lead RRP, and OSHA is helpful.
• Demonstrated customer service skills in a high pace, service-orientated environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, positive, team-oriented attitude coupled with ability to work independently and solve problems.
• Highly motivated individuals with educational experience and strong technical knowledge related to building science, energy efficiency, home performance, weatherization and residential construction.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, smartphones, tablets, and web technology.

Core Skills

• Provide classroom and field training at partner facilities, meeting the requirements of the training contract outlined in the DOE State Plan and IREC certification requirements.
• Train others to perform energy audits, inspections and quality assurance assessments using diagnostic equipment, to include the Blower Door, Duct Blaster, Pressure Pan, CO Analyzer, Infrared Camera, and National Energy Audit (NEAT) and Mobile Home Energy Audit (MHEA) tools.
• Proctor Building Performance Institute certification exams following required guidelines.
• Aid in identifying concepts for an internal curriculum development team.
• Deliver classroom, in-field and online trainings from approved curriculum.
• Coordinate and manage logistics for delivery of on-site training courses.
• Create technical documents to support various weatherization and energy efficiency programs.
• Provide technical support to staff, students, the public, and industry stakeholders on topics including energy efficiency, home performance upgrades, proper selection and installation of products.
• Work with clients in the field during on-site training.
• Familiarity with the Weatherization Assistance Program rules, requirements, Standard Work Specifications, Michigan field guide, approved energy audit and BCAEO database software packages, and monitoring, for training technical weatherization professionals.
• Represent the training center at national, state and local events, conferences, meetings, and committees as needed.

Important Skills and Characteristics

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, positive, team-oriented attitude coupled with ability to work independently and solve problems.
• Highly motivated individuals with educational experience and strong technical knowledge related to building science, energy efficiency, home performance, weatherization and residential construction.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, smartphones, tablets, and web technology.

Travel

Travel throughout the state to the training center satellite locations and partner facilities will be required. In addition, travel to conferences and other events may be required.