Energy Auditor

The Energy Auditor position at Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency, Inc. involves assessing energy needs in low-income households, performing energy audits, and overseeing installations. The role requires educating customers on conservation measures, maintaining worksite safety, and coordinating materials and funds. Candidates should have experience in energy conservation, a valid NYS driver's license, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The job is full-time and located in Utica, NY.
Are you looking for a career that will make a difference in the lives of

families in Oneida, Herkimer and Madison counties?

MVCAA is currently recruiting individuals to work with at risk youth, preschool age children and their families Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency, Inc. (MVCAA) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. MVCAA Offers a Generous Benefit Package!

Energy Auditor

Status

Full time

Department

Housing

Description

RATE OF PAY:

$23.00 per hour

JOB FUNCTION:

Assess the energy, conservation, and rehabilitation needs of dwelling units and oversee the installation of materials following mandated guidelines to help low-income households save money, alleviate poverty, achieve self-sufficiency and/or improve living conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Perform 2 energy audits per week to meet production requirements and react to any emergency situations.
• Educate customers on energy conservation measures.
• Perform energy audits and react to emergency situations.
• Compile bid packages, order materials, monitor work progress, and inspect completed work according to contract guidelines of energy conservation programs.
• Maintain costs for materials and labor, and coordinate funds from multiple sources.
• Maintain safe worksites and practices, recognize problem areas, and report same.
• Use training, experience, and initiative to implement measures on difficult projects, to coach and motivate crews on conduct of work scopes, and to supervise crew effectiveness.
• Track and maintain tools, materials, parts, inventory, etc. according to Agency policies.
• Perform routine cleaning/maintenance of vehicles and report safety/operability issues.
• Attend and participate in required internal and external trainings and tool box meetings, and adhere to Agency policy regarding breaks, leave, tardiness and absences.
• Complete data/testing measurements and paper work correctly, neatly and on time.
• Maintain current NYS driver's license and adheres to the rules of the road.
• Follow directions of supervisory personnel and work cooperatively in conduct of job.
• Understand Agency mission to integrate services, recognize family needs, and make appropriate referrals for services which can help customers out of poverty.
• Treat customers with respect, flexibility, and professionalism; consider their input on problems.
• Treat co-workers with respect, flexibility, and professionalism.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Be adaptable to change and Agency growth, and perform other duties requested by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working in energy conservation or a closely related field.
• Ability to organize, schedule, perform, supervise, and assess work and crews.
• Knowledge of energy conservation measures and capacity to obtain appropriate BPI certifications.
• Clean, valid NYS drivers’ license and reliable transportation to and from MVCAA offices.
• Ability and desire to work as a member of a team and independently.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, the general public and families who are in poverty from diverse backgrounds.
• Understanding of poverty and diversity-related issues and the Agency’s commitment to the continuum of care and service integration preferred.
• Complete basic forms and use various assessment/reporting software.

MVCAA, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

COMMUNITY ACTION PROMISE:

Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people, help themselves and each other.

How to Apply:

Complete and submit with your resume to employment@mvcaa.com