Energy Specialist - Residential

Overview

RISE is seeking a Residential Energy Specialist to conduct scheduled home energy assessments. The Energy Specialist will conduct energy assessments of residential homes on behalf of utilities and energy program sponsors. Energy Specialists identify potential energy efficiency measures and develop and present proposed work plans to energy end-users. This is an excellent career opportunity for individuals with energy efficiency experience and for candidates with specialized experience in applicable technologies.

• Conduct thorough, accurate residential energy audits to evaluate insulation, appliances, HVAC systems, lighting and electrical systems, moisture and air quality that affect home energy use, durability, safety and comfort.
• Conduct in-home energy tests on combustion appliances and install energy-saving measures such as energy-efficient light bulbs and water-conservation devices.
• Use proprietary software to prepare on-site assessment reports.
• Explain recommended energy-efficiency measures and associated benefits, costs and savings.
• Secure homeowner approval of proposed work and coordinate available rebates and financing options.
• Follow up with homeowners to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• With company support, obtain BPI Building Analyst certification within six months of hire.

• At least two years of residential construction or energy-efficiency experience, including knowledge of building materials, systems or diagnostics.
• Strong analytical skills, drawing/drafting ability and aptitude for mathematics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical concepts and program information verbally and in writing.
• Sales or other customer-facing experience.
• A commitment to and enthusiasm for energy efficiency.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• High school diploma or equivalent plus relevant post-high-school studies.
• Other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.
• A valid driver's license, clean driving record and the ability to travel daily to customers' homes.
• Physically able to fulfill job functions, including lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying and climbing step ladders, entering attics, basements and crawlspaces, and using small tools and installation equipment.
• Able to pass criminal background and drug screening tests.

• BPI professional certification(s) or RESNET Home Energy Rater certification.
• Bachelor's degree in related discipline.

• Aggressive salary and incentive program
• Personal car mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Health care benefits through United Health Care, Delta Dental and Vision Service Plan
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; access to short and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

The RISE Group is an employee-owned, professional engineering firm that provides a complete range of consulting, design, and energy services to customers throughout the United States and internationally. Our multi-disciplined engineering and technical staff specialize in failure analysis, engineering design, process optimization, and condition assessment. Our work demonstrates how creative collaboration can produce outstanding results for our clients and our communities.

At RISE, our customers come from all walks of life -- and so do our employees! We hire amazing people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. We can confidently state that we are successful as a direct result of our diversity.

From day one and throughout your career with us, you ll find a workplace culture with expansive personal & professional development opportunities, cutting edge technology, a place where relationships are valued, and work/life balance is always a priority.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within our workplace and in our…