Field Energy Auditor: Weatherization & Home Diagnostics

Blue-Ridge-Community-Action,-Inc.-2; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Community Action is seeking a Weatherization Energy Auditor to inspect homes, perform diagnostic testing, and identify weatherization improvements. This field-based position involves traveling to multiple locations; training will be provided for Weatherization Assistance Program requirements and testing equipment.

Starting pay is $18 per hour with a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days, and pay increases to $20 per hour after six months upon successful completion of the training plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Hands-on experience in residential construction, remodeling, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, weatherization, or another building trade required.
• Associate degree in Construction Management, Building Trades, or related field preferred.
• Energy-auditing experience helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct residential home energy audits and inspections.
• Inspect homes for energy-efficiency, construction, health, and safety concerns.
• Perform blower door testing, combustion appliance safety testing, duct inspections, and air-sealing reviews.
• Identify needed repairs and weatherization improvements.
• Prepare clear, home-specific work orders based on inspection findings.
• Complete required inspection, testing, and project documentation.
• Enter client, housing, and audit information into required databases.
• Explain weatherization services and safety requirements to clients.
• Coordinate with contractors and Weatherization staff regarding work to be completed.
• Review completed work to help ensure it meets program requirements.
• Maintain organized client, inspection, and work-order records.
• Track materials used for weatherization projects.
• Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of an assigned agency vehicle.
• Attend required training and maintain applicable certifications.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Diagnostic testing equipment operation

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Construction Management or Building Trades

Tools

Diagnostic testing equipment

Job description

Blue Ridge Community Action is seeking a Weatherization Energy Auditor to inspect homes, perform diagnostic testing, and identify weatherization improvements. This field-based position involves traveling to multiple locations; training will be provided for Weatherization Assistance Program requirements and testing equipment.

Starting pay is $18 per hour with a $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days, and pay increases to $20 per hour after six months upon successful completion of the training plan.