Energy Auditor

Job Type
Full-time
Salary Type
Hourly
Salary Range
$22.00 - $28.00

About the Organization

Community Action Partnership of Strafford County is a 501(c)(3) private nonprofit organization established in 1965 under the provisions of the Equal Opportunity Act of 1964. We work with community, state and federal partners to assist children, families, low-income and elderly residents with their efforts to become or remain financially and socially independent through a variety of coordinated programs. Without the services provided by our agency, many local residents would be without a means to provide for their basic needs, including food, education, child care, utilities assistance, transportation, shelter and access to other services.

CAPSC offers a number of benefits including:

  • 403(b)
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Earned time-off
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Vision care coverage
  • Employee and Dependent life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 12 Paid Holidays a year

*Community Action Partnership of Strafford County is mandating the COVID-19 vaccination upon employment. You must provide proof of vaccination on the first day of employment*

About the Job

Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities will include Low-income Weatherization and for-profit work. He/she will be responsible for performing energy audits, identifying and developing work and submitting two plus Weatherization work orders per week and to monitor all jobs within their own pipeline.  This position requires a self-starter with initiative who can work independently as well as within a team.  

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • High School diploma or GED
  • BPI Building Analyst certification or the ability to obtain one through our training program within 120 days
  • Be able to climb ladders; work in attics and other confined areas
  • Mid-level computer skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Be able to use a phone, computer and other office equipment
  • Be able to work outside in all weather
  • Be able to lift 50 lbs., perform some physical labor

 PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Trade School, HVAC or Experience in Residential Construction
  • Experience working in the energy field
  • Any working knowledge of framing, light carpentry, roofing, masonry, plumbing and electrical technologies
  • Computer proficiency (MS Office, Excel)
  • Experience using TREAT energy modeling software
  • Experience working within the NHSaves program
  • OSHA10, OSHA30, RRP or any other trade certifications helpful

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Identify suitable weatherization jobs through use of worklists, prior heating jobs and client inquiries
  • Prioritize jobs based on demographics, energy burden, energy indexing, location and other factors
  • Identify WAP RF and CDBG opportunities
  • Concentrate on high-value sites where energy burdens are high
  • Assemble weatherization complete weatherization files including handouts, usage and other forms
  • Schedule audits, communicate with clients, complete audits in a timely fashion
  • Audit clients’ homes to determine conservation work needed as well as health & safety and repair needs. 
  • Provide client education about heating conservation, electric base load usage and health & safety
  • Install CO/smoke detectors where necessary
  • Provide detailed photo documentation of audit including all installed measures
  • Perform CAZ testing, heating system testing, blower door testing, spillage testing
  • Complete energy audits in accordance with NH Weatherization Field Guide and the SWS
  • Complete all necessary file paperwork including BTDIS, HEA form, SHIPO, etc
  • Complete detailed work orders and coordinate with TREAT and COMPASS for approvals
  • Enter and maintain client data in the Jobs Log
  • Request Environmental Reviews from Dover and Rochester
  • Schedule, supervise and assist crews with implementing weatherization measures
  • Identify, spec. out and inspect any subcontracted work (primarily heating system improvements)  
  • Coordinate with contractors, monitor progress of jobs in progress, conduct in-process inspections
  • Monitor incoming invoices as progress indicators, analyze invoices for accuracy
  • Complete final inspections, obtain necessary client signatures, complete paperwork
  • Perform minor repairs in the course of final weatherization inspections
  • Assemble final file and check for accuracy, signatures, etc.
  • Verify the weatherization file is complete and meets agency requirements
  • Perform heating system inspections, answer no-heat calls, take before and after pictures for documentation
  • Identify weatherization opportunities at no-heat calls
  • Maintain agency vehicles and other tools and equipment
  • Monitor tool and equipment inventory
  • Monitor CO inventory
  • Monitor equipment calibrations
  • Monitor vehicle inspection stickers for up to date
  • Attend meetings, participate in trainings
  • Train crew members and junior auditing staff
  • Monitor and maintain all required certifications (BPI BA, EA, QCI)
  • Maintain good working relations with funders, utilities and customers and crew
  • Other tasks as may be assigned 

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

  • Respects confidentiality of information about agency staff, personnel issues, and other program operations.  
  • Strong commitment to maintaining confidentiality 
  • Plan, assign, coordinate, organize and prioritize work.
  • Models direct, positive, honest, and respectful behavior in every aspect of work with children, families, staff and community members
  • Energetically engages people, issues and work.
  • Applies the highest ethical standards to themselves and others on a daily basis. 
  • Supports other in their efforts to be productive and effective and succeed in work and life.
  • Actively participates in teambuilding, which includes sharing ideas and mutual support of team members.  
  • Consistently uses interpersonal skills that are appropriate for individual styles, personalities, cultures, the nature of the work, and the environment in which the work is being done. 
  • Practices honest, respectful and direct communication as well as active listening.

  EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Valid Driver's License and insured vehicle (100/300 minimum coverage) for use on the job or acceptable alternative, driving record check, criminal record check, randomized drug screening.

How to Apply

Please visit our career site below to submit an application and resume. 

Careers – Community Action Partnership of Strafford County