Energy Specialist - Residential

Thielsch Engineering; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal car mileage reimbursement

PTO and holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RISE Group Inc. is seeking a Residential Energy Specialist to perform scheduled home energy assessments for utilities and program sponsors. You will identify energy-saving measures, present work plans to homeowners, and coordinate rebates and financing options.

The role offers growth, DEI commitment, and opportunities to obtain BPI certification with company support. Responsibilities include on-site audits, energy testing, and reporting using proprietary software, with emphasis on customer

Qualifications

• At least two years of residential construction or energy-efficiency experience.
• Strong analytical and mathematical aptitude.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Sales or other customer-facing experience.
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel daily.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and access attics/basements.
• Able to pass criminal background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct residential energy audits evaluating insulation, appliances, HVAC, lighting and moisture/air quality.
• Perform in-home energy tests and install energy-saving measures.
• Use proprietary software to prepare on-site assessment reports.
• Explain measures, benefits and costs to homeowners.
• Secure homeowner approval and coordinate rebates and financing options.
• Follow up to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Pursue BPI Building Analyst certification within six months of hire with company support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical aptitude

Communication skills

Sales experience

Driver's license

Computer proficiency

Willingness to travel daily

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary energy-related studies

Job description

RISE is seeking a Residential Energy Specialist to conduct scheduled home energy assessments. As the Energy Specialist you would conduct energy assessments of residential homes on behalf of utilities and energy program sponsors. Energy Specialists identify potential energy efficiency measures, develop and present proposed work plans to energy end-users. This is an excellent career opportunity for individuals with energy efficiency experience and for candidates with specialized experience in applicable technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough, accurate residential energy audits to evaluate factors such as insulation, appliances, HVAC systems, lighting and electrical systems, moisture and air quality that affect home energy use, durability, safety and comfort.
• Conduct in-home energy tests on the combustion appliances and install instant‑savings measures such as energy‑efficient light bulbs and water‑conservation devices.
• Use proprietary software to prepare on‑site assessment reports.
• Explain recommended energy‑efficiency measures and associated benefits, costs and savings.
• Secure homeowner approval of proposed work and coordinate available rebates and financing options.
• Follow up with homeowners to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• With company support, obtain BPI Building Analyst certification within six months of hire.

Qualifications:

• At least two years of residential construction or energy‑efficiency experience, including knowledge of building materials, systems or diagnostics.
• Strong analytical skills, drawing/drafting ability and aptitude for mathematics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical concepts and program information verbally and in writing.
• Sales or other customer‑facing experience.
• A commitment to and enthusiasm for energy efficiency.
• Proficiency with Windows‑based computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus relevant post‑high‑school studies.
• Other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.
• A valid driver's license, clean driving record and the ability to travel daily to customers' homes.
• Physically able to fulfill job functions, including lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying and climbing step ladders, entering attics, basements and crawlspaces, and using small tools and installation equipment.
• Able to pass criminal background and drug screening tests.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BPI professional certification(s) or RESNET Home Energy Rater certification.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Aggressive salary and incentive program
• Personal car mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer‑matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Employer‑paid Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Health care benefits through United HealthCare, Delta Dental and Vision Service Plan.
• Employer‑paid life and AD&D insurance; access to short and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplace and in our communities. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state‑protected classification.

RISE Group Inc. is an E‑Verify participant and will conduct background investigations and pre‑employment screening of candidates for employment. Pre‑employment activities will be conducted on qualified applicants after acceptance of a job offer.