Jobs

An increasing number of web sites are providing help for where and how to find energy conservation and weatherization related employment. Energy OutWest will strive to maintain and expand an up-to-date list of resources for weatherization training and work opportunities.

Current Job Opportunites

• Quality Assurance Inspection
• Conducting and managing all onsite technical QA monitoring visits at subgrantee offices to ensure compliance with the program's installation procedures and efficiency standards
• Conducting onsite QA monitoring activities to ensure compliance with the annual 5% minimum quota of all weatherized units
• Oversee all office QA activities including scheduling, tracking, report dissemination, and report receipt
• Prepare and review applicable QA monitoring site visit reports
• Conduct technical research on procedures, measures, and their potential for saving energy
• Receive and coordinate technical waivers for technical team review and approval or denial
• Review DOE policies and ensure compliance with the DOE's quality work plans
• Assess subgrantee performance and determine compliance with approved program operating plans and requirements
• Contribute to the approval of all multifamily projects
• Field and asses client complaints and concerns for recommended referral and action

• Adheres to all H&S policies in the planning and execution of activities
• Maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders within the market area 
• Abide by office policies and procedures in a manner that ensures fiscal responsibility and promotes efficient, effective, and elegant government
• Uses word processing, spreadsheet, database, and scheduling software applications to prepare correspondence, plans, reports, schedules, and other documents
• Assist other CEO departments in carrying out unit and office wide priorities
• Participates in and travels as necessary to designated events and conferences in support of office programming
• Participate in process and metric development, improvement, and articulation
• Develop and achieve clear objectives and outcomes
• Increase and formalize the connection between QA and T&TA activities
• Align QA and T&TA activities to the WAP strategic plan, goals, and new initiatives (i.e. four major measures installation and maximizing client energy cost savings) 
• Other duties as requested and required
• Ensure all H&S procedures are in compliance at the subgrantee level
• Respond to DOE and local code requirements regarding H&S requirements
• Assist subgrantees in the development of subgrantee written standards and procedures to meet H&S requirements

• Deliver evidence based training to maximize home performance
• Assist in the implementation of training activities
• Organize quarterly training and technical assistance (T&TA) meetings
• Coordinate monthly T&TA calls
• Work with technical team to develop focus and agenda for monthly T&TA calls
• Develop and present training as needed on H&S issues

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in construction management or a closely related field or four or more years of related experience in residential energy, construction, or weatherization field.  Additional years of experience may be substituted for educational requirements on a year for year basis. 
• Experience in and knowledge of advanced building science, residential health and safety, and energy issues
• Proven program management capabilities that will effectively create, maintain, and enhance business partnerships
• Completed at least one of the following certifications (preferred) or ability to receive within six months of hire: Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) Rater, Building Performance Institute (BPI) Energy Auditor, DOE Quality Control Inspector (QCI) which will be required at some point, International Code Council (ICC) Building Inspector, Energy Plans Examiner, or Energy Code Inspector Certifications
• Maintain all other appropriate certifications for Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule, Asbestos Building Inspector, and any other applicable or required technical capabilities
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative, as well as, the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong written and oral communication and presentations skills
• Ability to promote State energy direction as articulated by the Governor, CEO Executive Director, and legislature
• Candidates must possess a valid United States driver's license
• Other skills to include working knowledge of MS Office, excellent time management and organizational skills, the ability to take initiative and work independently

Housing Rehabilitation SpecialistManager

Pima County

SALARY: $18.37 /Hour
OPENING DATE: 08/11/17
CLOSING DATE: 08/25/17 11:59 PM

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This grant-funded position is in the Community Development Neighborhood Conservation
Department.

Salary Grade: 41
Administers and implements housing rehabilitation and weatherization programs.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
(Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the
applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.)

Promotes housing rehabilitation and weatherization programs through outreach programs, presentations to and discussions with property owners and community organizations and a variety of
advertising media;                                    

Conducts classes in home maintenance and energy conservation;

Measures residential energy utilization and airborne pollutants;

Processes forms and reports for HUD, FMHA, TEP and state programs;

Inspects houses to determine need for rehabilitation and weatherization;

Advises recipients of loans of their rights and obligations, explaining program rules and legal
documents, with respect to rehabilitation programs;

Estimates the cost of rehabilitation and prepares complete specifications of work to be accomplished;

Makes on-site inspections of construction activities;

Conducts follow-up inspections to ascertain completion of corrective measures;

Advises residents on preventative measures necessary to maintain housing standards to minimize utility expenditures and to avoid sanitary problems and hazards;

Mediates owner/contractor conflicts and resolves owner complaints concerning relocation, changeorders, and warranty requirements;

Participates in procurement and bidding activities in compliance with housing and urban development administration regulations, state laws and county policies.

Click here for a .pdf of the bulletin.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.pima.gov/hr

Date posted to EOW website: August 15, 2017

Residential Service Manager

Social Development Commission is recruiting a weatherization manager:

Job Purpose: Responsible for the coordination and admistration of SDC’s Housing programs and initiatives including the state Weatherization Program serving approximately 750 families per year with a staff of approximately 24 personnel and annual budget of approximatey $6.3M.

Administration of SDC/City of Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Improvement Project serving approximately 18 families with a staff of 2 and annual budget of approximately $556K. Directly supervise staff and $3M budget for 3-year Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration grant using subcontractors and outside training vendors.

Responsible for successful outcomes to clients, financial and quality control reporting to funding sources and the evaluation and development of staff to support current and future project initiatives.

Provide highest quality of services and responsiveness to all of SDC clients and stakeholders For more information and to apply online click here.

Date posted to website: June 12, 2017

Weatherization Field Monitor

Washington State is recruiting for a Weatherization Field Monitor. The Housing Improvements and Preservation (HIP) Unit within the Energy Division is recruiting for a Commerce Specialist 3 Weatherization Field Monitor. This position is located in Olympia, Washington. To view the complete recruitment announcement, please visit careers.wa.gov.

If you have questions regarding the duties of this position, please contact:

Lindsey Henderson at 360-725-2650 or

Lindsey.Henderson@commerce.wa.gov.

To apply for this position, create a profile (if you haven’t already done so) and apply through the Online Recruitment System.

Date posted to website: May 19, 2017

ENERGY SERVICES PROGRAM OFFICER

Vermont Department for Children & Families Weatherization Program The Vermont Weatherization Program has an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an energy efficiency professional to join our Program. You will provide training and technical assistance to the 5 local Weatherization providers as well be responsible for quality control / quality assurance of the Vermont Weatherization Program. You must have significant experience in the residential energy field and or applicable BPI certifications and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

For more information, contact Geoff Wilcox at 802-241-0943 or email Geoff.wilcox@vermont.gov.

Reference Job ID# 620627

Location: Waterbury

Full Time, Limited Service Position

Application Deadline: June 1, 2017

Date posted to EOW website: May 9, 2017

ENERGY SERVICES PROGRAM OFFICER (Click here for .pdf description)

Occupational Category: Engineering and Architecture

Class Definition: Position is responsible for ensuring that quality services are provided to eligible Vermonters by five Weatherization Assistance Programs (WAPS) in a regulatory compliant, technically sound and fiscally responsible manner. Also responsible for development of programmatic technical policy, training, quality control monitoring and budget review and approval decisions for high cost weatherization projects. Work is performed under the direction of the weatherization Administrator. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strength-based relationships and results orientation.

You can apply online by clicking here.

Contact Geoff Wilcox at Geoff.wilcox@vermont.gov   or 802-279-7964 for any questions. 

Date Posted to EOW website: January 13, 2017

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Job Lists

• WAPTAC weatherization job postings
• Home Performance Center career information
• BPI green jobs connection
• Efficiency First career resources
• Green jobs search – weatherization
• Green jobs search – energy efficiency

Regional Job Finders

• West Central Oregon
  Oregon Community Services Consortium