About the role
Starting: $18/HR
After 90 days: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
After 6 months of employment, pay increases to $20/HR
*upon successful completion of the training plan and introductory period
Blue Ridge Community Action is seeking someone with hands-on experience in residential construction, remodeling, maintenance, HVAC, or other building trades to join our Weatherization team as a Weatherization Energy Auditor.
This is a field-based position that involves inspecting homes, performing diagnostic testing, identifying needed weatherization improvements, and preparing work orders. This is not a management or supervisory position. Training on Weatherization Assistance Program requirements and testing equipment will be provided.
Primary 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 that needs 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 the cleanliness and basic upkeep of an assigned agency vehicle. * Attend required training and maintain applicable certifications. * Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
* High school diploma or equivalent required. * Hands-on experience in residential construction, remodeling, home repair, maintenance, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, weatherization, or another building trade required. * Associate degree in Construction Management, Building Trades, or a related field preferred but not required. * Energy-auditing experience helpful but not required.
Skills and Abilities
* Practical knowledge of residential construction and building systems. * Ability to identify repair, energy-efficiency, and safety concerns in a home. * Ability to learn and operate diagnostic testing equipment. * Basic computer skills and ability to enter information into databases. * Ability to complete detailed and accurate documentation. * Strong communication and customer-service skills. * Ability to work independently and manage a daily field schedule. * Ability to communicate professionally with clients, contractors, and coworkers. * Dependable, organized, and willing to learn.
Physical Requirements
* Ability to climb ladders and enter attics, crawl spaces, and other confined areas. * Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and stand for extended periods. * Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. * Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Other Requirements
* Must be able to travel to homes and job sites in multiple locations. * Base location is Burke County, North Carolina. * A company vehicle may be provided for approved work-related travel. * Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. * Must successfully complete a criminal background check, DMV review, and substance-abuse screening. * Must be able to work respectfully with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
Blue Ridge Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation: Starting: $18/HR ** After 90 days: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus ** After 6 months of employment, pay increases to $20/HR