Residential Energy Efficiency Inspector Position (Southeastern PA)
ReVireo
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Job summary
ReVireo is seeking a Residential Energy Efficiency Inspector to perform field inspections of new homes, collecting quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate energy performance. After training, you will travel to site locations, document findings, and communicate recommendations to the construction manager.
You will learn building science concepts, operate inspection equipment, and use tablets and MS Office; ReVireo provides equipment, and you may use your own vehicle with mileage
Qualifications
- Associate degree or equivalent preferred.
- RESNET RFI or HERS Rater certification preferred; training provided.
- BPI training preferred if not RESNET.
- Experience in residential construction, HVAC, reading drawings, and energy efficiency preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct onsite inspections and tests to assess energy efficiency of new homes.
- Record results and communicate issues, recommendations, and results to the construction manager.
- Travel to construction sites daily and operate inspection equipment.
- Learn construction techniques, building science, and energy efficiency terminology.
Skills
Education
Job description
ReVireo is an energy efficiency and green building services company. We provide a range of consulting, inspection, and certification services to architects, builders, developers, contractors, and building owners.
The Residential Energy Efficiency Inspector position is a hands-on, field-based role in which the employee will conduct onsite inspections and tests to assess the energy efficiency of new homes. Inspections include quantitative data collection, such as measuring HVAC duct leakage and whole-house envelope leakage, as well as qualitative data collection, such as identifying construction materials and taking photos of the home.
After a training and certification period of approximately 2 months (or less if the employee already has the requisite credentials – HERS Rater credential), the employee will be assigned inspections daily. The employee will travel to the assigned construction sites, conduct the inspections and/or tests, record results, and communicate issues, recommendations, and results with the construction manager.
The employee will learn and utilize construction techniques, building science, energy efficiency terminology, construction timelines, and communication with clients. The employee will become familiar with the inspection equipment and testing procedures, including preparing units for inspection and diagnosing test-related issues. ReVireo will provide all inspection equipment and materials; the employee will operate his or her own personal vehicle for transportation.
We are seeking applicants located in southeastern Pennsylvania who can easily work in and travel areas throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and occasionally to western PA and Delaware. Ideally this candidate resides in Chester or Delaware County, PA.
The employee may occasionally, though rarely, perform work in other states.
The employee will also occasionally need to travel to ReVireo’s headquarters in Springfield, New Jersey, for training, meetings, and other events/needs.
- Meets the requirements of the Location section above
- Has own vehicle, driver’s license, and car insurance
- Is willing to use own vehicle to travel daily for work (compensated at IRS standard mileage rate)
- Is willing to drive long distances (occasionally a site may be 2+ hours away)
- Is willing to transport ReVireo’s inspection equipment to inspections
- Is comfortable with using a tablet, Microsoft Office, a cell phone, and basic data entry
- Can lift and carry at least 40 pounds
- Is comfortable on a ladder
- Is comfortable standing or walking for extended periods of time
- Works well independently and manages time efficiently
- Enjoys meeting new people and developing relationships with clients on site
- An Associate degree or equivalent is preferred.
- A RESNET Rating Field Inspector (RFI) or Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Rater is preferred, but ReVireo will provide training to obtain if not.
- If not RESNET, any training from Building Performance Institute (BPI) is preferred
- Experience is preferred (but not required) in the following areas: building construction – particularly residential construction, HVAC systems, reading and interpreting architectural and mechanical plans/drawings, energy efficiency
This position requires a Home Energy Rating Systems Rater (HERS) certification. If the applicant does not already possess this certification, ReVireo will provide all training and resources for the applicant to obtain the HERS certification at no cost to the applicant. The HERS certification is earned by completing the examination and competency requirements set by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET). More information about the HERS certification and RESNET can be found at the following link: https://www.resnet.us/raters/hers-raters/
The training period is approximately 2-3 months.
- Salary starting is a minimum of $60,000 per year, commensurate with experience, credentials, and qualifications – can be higher based on these factors
- Company profit sharing of 10% net profit to employees, allocation based on performance
- Generous paid time off, 401k with 6% match, health insurance with 70% premium contribution, life insurance, parental leave, professional development stipend, remote work flexibility, personal company credit card, paid volunteer time, and other benefits
As soon as possible
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 per year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
- Residential construction: 1 year (Preferred)
- Energy Efficiency: 1 year (Preferred)
- English (Required)
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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