Energy Educator

Torrey Holistics; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Michigan is seeking an Energy Educator to lead daily business energy consultations and pre-inspections under the Energy program. You will assess energy usage, interface with databases, and ensure high customer satisfaction while installing energy-saving measures.

You will travel to client sites, input data on a handheld device, educate customers on cost-saving practices, and collaborate with installers and program partners to meet project goals.

Qualifications

• Training in weatherization and/or energy efficiency principles and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in an urban setting with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Exercises good judgment and maintains safety at all times.
• Able to lead, motivate, be diplomatic, and build positive rapport with customers.
• Able to communicate with technical and non-technical individuals.
• Able to work independently and with a team.
• Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct business energy assessments and inspections at client sites.
• Input energy saving measures and findings into handheld devices and databases.
• Maintain accurate supply inventory daily.
• Educate customers on energy conservation and simple no-cost improvements.
• Coordinate with project partners and installers to meet goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Driving

Education

Weatherization training

Energy efficiency training

Tools

Handheld data devices

HVAC knowledge

Job description

JOB SUMMARYUnder the direction of the Program Manager, the Energy Educators will lead the daily Business Energy Consultations and DNV GL Express Program Pre-Inspections. These consultations and inspections require a business energy assessment, interface with multiple databases, installation of energy saving devices, and ensuring that high quality customer satisfaction is delivered.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESWork independently or with a Direct Installer to conduct business energy assessments. This includes travel to the business, meeting with the customer, completing paperwork, and using a handheld tablet to input energy saving measures, recommendations and interface with multiple databases.The individual will also maintain accurate supply inventory on a daily basis.Communicate project goals and convey a positive image of project partners.Perform business energy assessments and record findings (e.g., insulation level, thermostat type, furnace efficiency and condition) and download/upload the required forms and worksheets.Teach customers how to perform simple low- and no-cost energy conservation measures, such as sealing air leaks and changing furnace filters.Provide and influence the customer toward additional energy education and savings, such as referral to other DTE or social service programs, and engaging customers in the creation of action plans, which detail the steps they must take to save energy and reduce costs.QUALIFICATIONSTraining in weatherization and/or energy efficiency principles and techniques.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Comfortable working in an urban setting with people of diverse backgrounds.Exercises good judgment and maintains safety at all times.Able to lead, motivate, be diplomatic, and build positive rapport with customers.Able to communicate with technical and non-technical individuals.Able to work independently and with a team.Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.Able to bend, stoop and reach.Able to learn and work with new technology (e.g., handheld data devices).Current Michigan driver’s license and good driving record a must.Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSAble to work in very fast-paced environment and hold to deadlines.Problem-solver. Able to respond to diverse set of challenges in the field and do whatever it takes to meet project deliverables on schedule.Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers, superiors and customersKnowledge and understanding of commercial energy audits and the direct install measuresAbility to influence customers to move toward additional utility and non utility programs to gain additional savings.You should be proficient in:HVACDriver's LicenseFacilities Maintenance ExperienceHeating and Air ConditioningServiceMaintenance and Repair SkillsMachines & technologies you'll use:HVAC SystemsPower Tools