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IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
Visits homes of customers to identify conditions that cause energy waste and recommends actions to improve comfort, safety energy efficiency including weatherization, insulation, and deeper green retrofits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Interviews customer to obtain data relating to household energy use such as type of heating system, number of persons home during day, thermostat setting, and prior year’s energy costs
- Draws sketch of home. Takes exact and detailed measurements of the home: perimeter, ceiling height, volume, windows, and doors and records dimensions on sketch for use in heat-loss calculations and follow up work scope
- Inspects all areas of home including; attics, crawl spaces, living space and basements. Notes conditions that contribute to excessive energy loss, such as major air leakage, poorly performing or inadequate insulation, dilapidated windows uninsulated pipes, and deficient insulation
- Performs infrared camera, blower door, and combustion analysis tests
- Reads hot water tank label to ascertain tank heat loss rating and determine need for tank insulation blanket
- Examines furnace air filters and heat exchanger to detect dirt in filters and soot buildup in exchanger that retard efficient furnace operation
- Confers with customer and recommends action to be taken to reduce energy waste such as weather-stripping, reducing hot water temperature setting, and adding insulation
- Informs customer of types and prices of energy efficiency items sold by company
- Gives customer pamphlets describing energy conservation improvements and sources of loans, rebates or tax incentives available
- Wraps insulating blanket around hot water tank
- Calculates area of windows and home volume and records results on computer input form to provide data for computer calculation of heat loss estimates that are mailed to customer
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather), work near moving mechanical parts, extreme cold and heat (non-weather)
- The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
- Regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus
- While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
- The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
- Knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Design software; Salesforce.com order processing systems and Project Management software
- BPI Building Analyst Certification strongly preferred , LEED or HERS a plus
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures
- Design - Generates creative solutions; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions
- Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others
- Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments
- Interpersonal - Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information
- Leadership - Accepts feedback from others; Displays passion and optimism; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision
- Managing People - Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services
- Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
- Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates
- Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals
- Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity
- Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
- Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed
- Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention
- Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions
- Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly
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