Field-Based Energy Efficiency Advisor II

Franklin Energy

Bloomington (IL)

On-site

USD 73,000 - 83,000

Full time

10 days ago

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Franklin Energy is seeking a Field Energy Advisor to provide expert energy efficiency guidance to homeowners, landlords, and utility customers. The role blends field work (approx. 3 days/week) with office time (approx.

2 days/week) to coordinate programs, advise on energy upgrades, and drive prescriptive and custom incentives for the customer segment. You will lead outreach, document opportunities, and work with trade partners to promote energy-saving measures.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
Technical school degree combined with demonstrated experience in electric/gas utility field will be considered.
Equivalent work experience may be considered.
3 - 5 years of experience in the electric or natural gas utility industry, facilities management, HVAC design or sales, commercial and industrial lighting, conservation and energy management, or related experience
Previous experience managing staff performing proactive customer outreach activities
2 - 3 years of experience in energy efficiency and/or energy modeling
Previous customer service, sales, or marketing experience

Responsibilities

Direct installation of energy saving products as directed by program management
Adhering to the safety requirements of the organization and the utility client
Promote the energy efficiency program to customers, trade allies and program stakeholders within your assigned territory
Understand and implement the company's Sales Process, including but not limited to:
Make outbound calls to existing customers to meet assigned energy saving targets
Initiate new business with new customers through business-to-business efforts
Manage field time effectively with customer, Trade Ally and program stakeholder visits
Develop and deliver presentations to create awareness about the program
Respond to customer inquiries and concerns by phone, electronically or in person to move projects towards completion
Work with utility customers to provide energy efficiency and the business activities of its customers
Identify and provide documentation of on-site opportunities and written summary reports for energy efficiency to customers and client/Program Manager, provide follow-up to as required
Discuss technical elements of energy consuming equipment-i.e., lighting, HVAC, hot water system, building and pipe insulation, and air sealing
Enter data into spreadsheets and database to determine energy savings and to manage current projects which may also include collaborating with Energy Engineers as required
Maintain professional appearance and behavior appropriate for a representative of our organization and the utility
Build quick rapport with customers.
Quickly initiate conversations with customers on site and virtually regarding energy usage at the facility
Be able to work in a team atmosphere, and willing to collaborate on continuous improvement of operations year after year
When required, provide written summary reports directly to the customer, and summary reports to the client/Program Manager
Assist Program Manager in the training of new team members
Lead presentations promoting energy efficiency programs for targeted groups
Assist customers through the rebate application process
Install energy efficiency products in tenant units and building common areas
All other duties as assigned