Non Profit Home Energy Auditor

1 month ago

Richmond, United States Viridiant Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description
Viridiant is looking for an up-and-coming building science expert to join our team in Richmond, VA. The energy auditor will perform walk-through and diagnostic energy audits in single and multifamily homes primarily and other buildings occasionally. These audits will sometimes include installation of basic energy conservation measures. The ideal candidate should hold a BPI BA certification (or equivalent) and be proficient with the various tools of the trade: blower door, duct leakage testing, infrared, combustion safety, software, etc. We are looking for someone with excellent customer service skills who is comfortable engaging clients from a wide variety of backgrounds in homes of every shape, size, age, and cost. Viridiant is doing exciting work helping our neighbors save money and improve their homes. Come join our growing team.

Position Summary
Viridiant is a non-profit organization that works to advance sustainable, affordable, and energy efficient construction. The Energy Auditor will perform walk-through and diagnostic energy audits in single and multifamily homes primarily and other buildings occasionally. The Energy Auditor also will support other functions of Viridiant’s Community Energy Services Division such as data management/analysis and public engagement.

Essential Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These functions include the following: 
  • • engage clients and educate them about the energy auditing process, basic building science and construction best practices, available incentives, and Viridiant’s mission and other services
  • • inspect all areas of homes and other buildings
  • • perform diagnostic tests including blower door, duct leakage, infrared scanning, ventilation rates, and combustion safety 
  • • use building energy modeling software with weather normalizing as needed
  • • install basic energy conservation products/materials when required (weatherstripping, attic hatch insulation, duct sealing, vapor barriers, lightbulbs, etc.) 
  • • handle administrative tasks including writing reports, data entry, and scheduling
  • • engaging clients and partners in a courteous, respectful way
  • • ensuring that worksites are left clean, tidy, and unharmed
  • • engaging internal and external colleagues in a way that maintains a friendly, productive work environment 
  • • performing additional responsibilities related to the success of Viridiant
Job Requirements and Qualifications (education and experience)
  • • Enthusiastic about educating diverse clients and the general public about energy efficiency and other clean energy technologies that benefit residents and communities while reducing strain on natural resources
  • • Passionate and curious about building science, with a commitment to continued learning
  • • Unphased by what some consider dirty work: exploring (sometimes on hands and knees) dirty, hot, damp, etc. areas of diverse buildings to acquire information, identify opportunities, and diagnose problems
  • • Honesty and openness with colleagues, clients, and the general public
  • • Minimum high school diploma; 2-3 years in the construction industry or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work; college coursework considered 
  • • Knowledge of residential energy-efficient construction and green building practices, including diagnostic testing, preferred 
  • • Industry certifications such as BPI Building Analyst or RESNET Home Energy Rater/Field Inspector certification preferred; new hires will need such certifications within 6 months 
  • • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • • Organized and able to prioritize tasks with minimal direction
  • • Friendly demeanor, with ability to establish trust and positive rapport with residents in their private homes as well as with non-residential building owners/managers
  • • Skilled with basic office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; able to readily learn new software programs; experience with Salesforce, energy auditing software, and energy modeling software preferred 
  • • Valid driver’s license
Work Environment, Travel, and Expected Work Hours
The work of this position is performed primarily in the occupied homes of Viridiant’s energy audit clients – generally in the greater Richmond area, occasionally beyond. These are single and multifamily residences for households of all incomes and backgrounds. Homes are new, old, big, small, clean, shabby, and everything in between. Technicians will be required to safely and respectfully work in hot attics, damp crawlspaces, and dusty basements as well as in formal dining rooms, unkept kids’ bedrooms, and actively-used kitchens. Viridiant staff must be careful not to damage residents’ property nor leave trash or mess. Other work hours are spent in an office or home office completing paperwork and maintaining correspondence, visiting retailers for supplies, maintaining equipment and supplies, and traveling to/from clients’ homes and Viridiant’s office.

Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Evening and weekend work may be required very rarely.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; climb ladders; enter close spaces of buildings, sometimes on one’s belly or on hands and knees; operate power tools including drills and saws; use basic hand tools of a construction site; carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; drive a motor vehicle; use fingers and hands to control computer mouse, type or write. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation
Based on experience, salaries start at $65,000 – with strong advancement potential. The total compensation package includes health, dental, life insurance, LTD, paid time off, paid holidays and retirement contributions.

EEO Statement
Viridiant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic background. In addition to federal law requirements Viridiant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Viridiant reserves the right to modify the scope of this position. Factors that may affect this position include, but are not limited to, those related to business needs, organizational structure, industry trends, and individual skills and performance. 

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