Energy Conservation Specialist / Home Energy Auditor

Clean Energy Resource Teams; Metro; On-site; IDR 538,780,000 - 767,353,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Sustainable Resources Center in Minnesota seeks a full-time On-site Energy Auditor to support its Weatherization program for income-qualified residents. You will perform audits, analyze building envelopes, heating, electrical systems, and other features to identify energy conservation opportunities.

The role involves using diagnostic tools, entering data into program software, coordinating with contractors, and conducting quality inspections while engaging with clients in diverse communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Has studied Building Science or energy auditing.
• Willing to become BPI Home Energy Professional or QCI within a year; SRC will pay for training.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site home energy audits following MN Weatherization Assistance Program protocol.
• Use testing equipment to identify energy conservation potential and hazards.
• Enter data into program software per requirements.
• Create work orders for contractors and assist with questions.
• Stay in touch with clients during the weatherization process.
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections per protocol.

Skills

Communication skills

Office software

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

Building Science or energy auditing coursework

BPI certification or willingness to certify within 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Office

Copier

Scanner

Job description

Organization

Sustainable Resources Center

Organization Summary

Sustainable Resources Center (SRC) is a Minnesota nonprofit organization running the largest deep energy efficiency and decarbonization home retrofit program for income-qualified residents in the state. In our 49-year history, we have helped tens of thousands of families by making their homes safe, healthy, and energy efficient.

Posting Date

10/02/2026

Closing Date

11/06/2026

Location in MN

Metro

Job type

full-time

$26.50 starting; non-exempt (eligible for overtime)

This is a full-time position eligible for paid time off, vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match, medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability benefits, and a cell phone stipend.

Hours

40 hours/week performed Monday - Friday; actually daily hours are flexible between 6 AM - 6 PM. This position is based out of our office in SE Minneapolis; there is no remote component to this position.

Primary Duties

JOB DUTIES:

• Perform on-site home energy audits following the MN Weatherization Assistance Program protocol. This includes inspection and analysis of the building envelope, heating systems, electrical, plumbing and all other aspects of building characteristics that may be considered for home improvement, with an emphasis on energy conservation.
• Use a wide variety of testing and diagnostic equipment (blower door, infrared cameras, gas sniffer, etc) to identify energy conservation potential and unsafe or hazardous conditions.
• Complete data entry into program-specific software per program requirements to determine the best improvements for the home.
• Create work orders for contractors and assist contractors with any questions or changes.
• Stay in touch with clients during the weatherization process.
• Conduct Quality Control Inspections following the MN Weatherization Assistance Program protocol.

Experience

A Qualified Applicant:

• Has a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Has studied Building Science or energy auditing.
• Is currently certified as a Building Performance Institute (BPI) Home Energy Professional and/or BPI - Quality Control Inspector (QCI), or is willing to become certified within a year of starting. We will pay for your training!
• Is able to relate to and communicate effectively with individuals from many different cultures and socioeconomic situations - on the phone and in person. Client education about home energy efficiency is a major component of our program.
• Can lift 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently.
• Has the ability to crawl, climb, and otherwise move about in confined, dusty and dirty work sites like attics and crawl spaces.
• Possesses a valid driver's license, a relatively clean driving record, and their owninsured personal vehicle. SRC does not have a vehicle fleet; all staff members drive their own cars to visits. SRC reimburses mileage at the federal rate.
• Has computer skills to operate Microsoft Office applications, and ease with modern office technology such as a copier and a scanner.
• Is able to read and retain the MN State Weatherization Policy Manual program rules and guidelines.
• Enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues who are equally passionate about home energy!

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in residential energy auditing including US DOE Weatherization Protocol.

Sustainable Resources Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Sustainable Resources Center uses e-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.