Building Performance Field Tech

SOUTHERN ENERGY MANAGEMENT LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Vision

Dental

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Southern Energy Management LLC is seeking a full-time Home Performance Field Technician in the Charleston area. The role includes inspecting new residential buildings for code compliance and energy features, performing diagnostic testing for air and duct leakage, and collaborating with home builders to meet energy efficiency goals.

You will enter data accurately into energy modeling software and use tools like iOS, Excel, and Acrobat.

Qualifications

• Fast and accurate data entry.
• Computer skills including iOS, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Excel are preferred.
• Minimum 3 years licensed driving experience; driving record must meet insurance criteria.
• Ability to work outdoors, including basements and attics, and lift 50 pounds.
• Experience with energy modeling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect new residential buildings for code compliance and energy features.
• Perform diagnostic testing for whole-house air and duct leakage.
• Communicate with home builders and trades to meet energy goals.
• Enter field data accurately into energy modeling software.

Skills

Data entry

Computer skills

Licensed driving

Outdoor work

Communication

Tools

MS Excel

iOS

Adobe Acrobat

Energy modeling software

Job description

$18 - $24 / hour - based in or around Charleston

Company vehicle and equipment provided – start and stop from home

Outstanding benefits package (health insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, vision, dental, 401(k), paid time off, holiday pay, and more)

Opportunity to work at a mission-driven certified B Corp committed to leading the change by using business as a force for good that was named INC Best Place to Work

Opportunity to bring your passion for sustainability and clean energy to work

Southern Energy Management (SEM) is seeking a full-time Home Performance Field Technician to perform visual inspections, diagnostic testing, collecting field data and verifying single-family homes to various energy and green certifications such as Energy Star, NGBS, LEED for Homes and more.

Daily Job Duties:

Inspect new residential buildings for code compliance and energy efficient construction features including framing, insulation, air barrier, and HVAC

Perform diagnostic testing for whole house air leakage and duct leakage in new homes to calculate energy efficiency performance

Communicate directly with home builders and trades, to help them meet their energy efficiency and sustainability goals

Accurate, real-time entry of field data into energy modeling software

Required Qualifications:

Fast and accurate data entry

Computer and software skills: Technical proficiency and basic computer skills are a must. Experience with iOS, Adobe Acrobat, MS Excel, and energy modeling software is preferred

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for 100 feet unassisted

Ability to work outdoors, in basements, enclosed crawl spaces and attics

• Minimum 3 years licensed driving experience (5+ preferred)
• Driving record that meets our insurance criteria
• Candidates with 3-5 years of licensed driving experience will be considered based on insurance approval

Preferred Certifications and Experience:

OSHA 10 certification

High Performance residential construction (BPI, RESNET)

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Safety is our top priority, and all drivers receive comprehensive training and support.

SEM is a company that values the employment of local community members -- seeking to bring historically disenfranchised voices to the forefront of projects in the field of energy and relating directly to climate justice.