Weatherization Auditor

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k contribution after 1 year

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency in Salem, OR is seeking a Weatherization Auditor to assess homes and determine cost-effective energy improvements for income-eligible clients.

The role requires technical knowledge in building performance, ability to read blueprints, operate blower doors and combustion analyzers, and to document findings for contractors. Training will be provided; valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in related field or technical school certification.
• Prior weatherization experience is required (on-the-job, military, or prior roles).
• Must have a valid driver license with a good driving record and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform field audits of clients' homes to identify energy conservation measures and scope of work.
• Explain potential benefits of weatherization to clients with educational materials.
• Determine energy conservation measures and cost effectiveness using approved software.
• Write clear instructions for contractors to complete weatherization projects.
• Occasionally install weatherization materials as needed by the program.
• Maintain documentation for completed and in-process jobs.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Operate testing equipment

Technical documentation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Database software

Education

Associate's Degree in related field

Certification from a Technical School

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database software

Carpentry tools

Job description

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency

MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty.

Working at MWVCAA means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We offer competitive pay, a rich company culture that values diversity, and an array of benefits - but we consider the best benefit here to be the reward of helping those in our community live better lives. Come find meaningful work and bring your skills as a Weatherization Auditor.

Your main responsibilities will be performing energy audits utilizing program software to determine cost-effective weatherization measures and repairs necessary to improve the efficiency of income eligible program recipients. Weatherization Auditors will attain required training through hands-on experience, class courses, and training conferences. Being on this team means you will get to help make the planet greener, on a team that truly fosters your career growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate's Degree in related field, or certification from a Technical School
• Prior work, military, or on the job experience in weatherization is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Driver Qualification Status required for this position. Valid driver license with acceptable driving record for the previous 3 years.
• Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to
• Candidate must pass pre-employment physical
• Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.
• New Hires must have or obtain certifications necessary to perform energy audits in the State of Oregon within 90 days of

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Candidate with Building Performance Institute certifications preferred but not required.
• General knowledge of construction codes, tools, materials and
• Ability to read, analyze and articulate technical procedures and governmental
• Proficiencies in measurements, math, plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC
• Experience and ability to operate a variety of equipment and testing devices including combustion analyzers, blower doors, duct blasters, and other power and hand tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, database software and online
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written
• Ability to work on various tasks simultaneously, as a positive reliable and contributing team

WHAT YOU WILL DO TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

• Performs field audits of clients' homes to identify proposed energy conservation measures and potential scope of work.
• Inform clients of the potential benefits from weatherization through in-person conversation and educational materials from Agency and governmental sources.
• Determines energy conservation measures for each client and calculates cost effectiveness using approved building model software.
• Writes complete and succinct instructions for contractors and technicians to complete scope of work for each weatherization project.
• Occasionally installs weatherization materials as needed by the program.
• Interprets and applies program rules, regulations, and specifications in order to remain compliant with internal and external stakeholders.
• Works cooperatively with other team members, contractors, and clients to complete jobs in a timely manner.
• Complies with MWVCAA policies designed to ensure safety for Agency employees, contractors, and clients.
• Attends ongoing trainings/classes to obtain and maintain certifications, including on-the-job training.
• Maintains organized and accurate documentation for completed and in-process jobs.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Required to frequently reach with hands and arms; regularly required to climb or balance; occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must have the ability to kneel, crouch or crawl in crawl and attic spaces.
• Manual dexterity for handling equipment.
• Frequent driving to sites in Polk and Marion counties.
• Regularly lift and/or move 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to think critically with strong problem-solving skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor and outdoor work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
• Frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Exposure to trash and potential biohazards.
• Ability to work outside of normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.

What We Offer

• 401k contribution after 1 year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• For some positions, employees may be eligible for company-sponsored continuing education

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at [phone].

This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, download below.

Note that compensation for each role at MWVCAA is based off a number of factors such as experience and education.

If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 503-585-6232 to ask for a HR Team Member.

Will consider: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, HVAC, Journeyman, framing, property inspection experience