Energy Auditor - Weatherization

Black River Area Development, Corp.; Pocahontas, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Black River Area Development Corporation is hiring to support weatherization programs in Pocahontas, AR. The role focuses on planning and coordinating weatherization activities, performing energy audits, and ensuring installations comply with DOE standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating work with contractors, maintaining documentation, and reporting to the Weatherization Director. Applicants should have relevant education or experience and a clean driving record, with training in

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school or a year in home construction related experience.
• Must obtain Weatherization basic core training and Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector designations and certifications by BPI; OSHA-10 is a plus.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform Energy Audits on homes and plan materials to meet DOE standards.
• Coordinate weatherization activities and ensure installations meet DOE standards.
• Assist in scheduling and directing weatherization work and subcontractors.
• Maintain files and documentation to satisfy funding source requirements.
• Cross-train as back-up to Final Inspector and participate in safety training.

Skills

Energy Audits

DOE Standards

Carpentry

Communication

ECOS Software

Education

One year certificate (college/technical)

Tools

ECOS auditing software

Job description

• at the Black River Area Development Corporation
• Date Posted: August 31, 2026

Job Responsibilities

Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Weatherization Director, assist in planning and coordinating weatherization activities by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. (Other duties may be assigned.)
Primary duties consist of Performing Energy Audits on homes, planning, coordinating, weatherized units ensuring materials and measures called for by the energy audit were properly installed and are following DOE and AEO standards.
Plans, organizes, and executes program compliance in the areas of weatherization and education under the authority of State and Federal regulations.
Must report all newsworthy events, past, present, and future to the Weatherization Director.
Assures that files containing necessary support documents are adequately maintained and are made as required by the funding source.
Ensure applications from prospective clients are completed and the required documentation necessary to establish eligibility is in the case file.
Schedule, assist and direct weatherization activities in the county assigned.
Responsible for the completion of Energy Audits for the residence. Complete job order and material distribution sheets, purchase orders, window and insulation orders, weatherization job completion,, and follow up with client response forms.
Plan for materials and tools needed to complete each house in compliance with the Department of Energy regulations.
Responsible for assisting in the coordination and assigning of work to subcontractors and contractors.
check inventory of materials for the job.
Evaluate Health and Safety issues required to meet Department of Energy (DOE) regulations and advise the Weatherization Director of actions needed. Must perform carbon monoxide testing at each job.
See that all materials purchased meet Department of Energy standards.
See that all materials installed meet Department of Energy standards.
See that all equipment and tools needed are in good working order and advise the Weatherization Director as to what is needed.
Will be crossed trained as back-up to Final Inspector.
Participate in cross-training initiatives for various roles to promote a well-rounded understanding of departmental functions.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school or a year in home construction related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to complete and maintain Weatherization basic core training and curriculum and Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector designations and certifications by BPI, Certified EPA Lead Safe Work Practices and OSHA-10 is a plus.
Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to use tape measure, figure square footage, volume and pitch of roofs to see how much ventilation is needed in attic and crawl spaces.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills & Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be willing to advance computer skills as needed for the job. Must be fluent in basic office software and programs, including but not limited to: Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Word and Excel, basic email functionality and data entry software.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current driver’s license and automobile insurance
Other Skills & Abilities: Must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and deal with difficult clients with diplomacy and tact. Ability to plan, develop, organize, and implement weatherization program activities. Be aware of current trends in the weatherization program. Able to negotiate with other agencies and vendors. Must have knowledge and understanding of weatherization program policies and procedures and the ability to explain program regulations to clients/or potential clients of weatherization services. Must have knowledge and ability to adapt to changes with little notification. Requires above average carpenter skills to perform the duties of the job. Computer skills are a must to enter data collected from audits and enter new ECOS auditing software.
Training & Safety Culture: Flexibility to attend evening greetings or training as needed; willingness to travel for training and conferences. Completion of all required training is mandatory. Employees must consistently adhere to and support the organization’s culture of safety by following safety policies, participating in safety-related training, and contributing to a safe work environment.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision.
Work Environment: Combination of office and field work, including home visits and inspections.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions, exposed to lead paint, asbestos, raw sewage, electrical issues, confined spaces and sometimes high amounts of carbon monoxide. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

AP/EEO Statement:
BRAD is committed to equal employment opportunity and a discrimination-free workplace in accordance with all applicable laws.

Schedule

Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 4:30PM

BRAD Child Development Programs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

BRAD Child Development Programs offers sick, annual, and holiday pay. Employer Matched 401k. Also eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance after 60 days of employment. BRAD requires pre-employment background checks and drug screening.