Weatherization Energy Auditor
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Title: Energy Auditor Department: Weatherization/Energy ServicesHours: 40 hours per week Location: 2 Rock Street, PhilmontWages: $21 per hour Status: Non-ExemptA COI Weatherization Program Energy Auditor completes a comprehensive evaluation of each eligible housing unit to determine the best ways toimprove its energy efficiency, health and safety. As an Energy Auditor, you will use specialized equipment and diagnostic tests to identify energy-saving opportunities and recommend improvements. This is the first step in our Weatherization Process.Responsibilities:Perform a computerized evaluation of a building to identify energy-saving opportunitiesBased on the evaluation, recommend improvements such as air sealing, duct sealing, and installing energy efficient appliances and devicesEducate COI customers on how to use the efficiency upgrades to their homesOversee and inspect the work of contractors and crew members to ensure it meets energy efficiency standardsPrepare detailed work orders for each auditCollect and enter data into required auditing databasesMaintain files and complete data entries via computerReview invoicing and prepare approval of vendor billingAssist with all crew work as needed to meet production goalsPhysical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, bend, kneel and/or crawlUse hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and armsSpeech and hearing to communicate in person and by telephoneVision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screenRegularly required to work in confined spaces and/or dirty areas, such as crawlspaces and atticsRegularly lift and/or move up to 50 poundsOccasionally lift and/or move up to 100 poundsThis job requires performing assigned job duties both indoors and outdoors in a complete range of weather conditionsThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderateWork environment also requires working in confined and/or dirty areas, such as crawlspaces and atticsMust be fit tested to wear a respirator that fits the employee's face and making sure it provides a tight seal to help keep you protected (at COI expense)Reasonable accommodations may be provided for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.All COI staff work together to achieve individual, family, community, and agency goals. Everyone at Columbia Opportunities works as a team and must be committed to helping solve poverty-related problems in our community. All employees are expected to follow established policies and procedures.Benefits:Health & dental benefits that are cost shared by the organizationVision Benefits - paid for by the organizationRetirement Savings Plan (401K) with employer contributionsLife Insurance - paid for by the organizationFlexible Spending Account for medical & dependent care expensesGenerous paid leave including annual, personal and sick time plus up to 13 paid holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesFederal student loan forgivenessEmployee Assistance Program for all employees and their familyCasual dress code - logoed work clothes providedCOI values equity in our workplace. COI is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination in employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, arrest record, veteran status, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics/genetic information or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, reproductive health decision making, group identification, background, traits historically associated with discrimination, or any other protected trait under federal, state or local law.Required Education & Experience:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Licenses or Certifications: Clean and valid NYS Driver's license that meets insurance carrier requirements so individuals can travel between job sites and assist with errands. Must have or be able to, within a reasonable amount of time, obtain lead renovator certification, OSHA 10, and Building Performance Institute (BPI) Energy Auditor Certification. Training is paid for by Columbia Opportunities.Other Requirements:Medical examinationFollowing an offer of employment, all employment candidates are subject to an individualized assessment of their Criminal Conviction History#J-18808-Ljbffr