Field Technician - Franklin Energy

The Field Technician position at New Jersey Clean Energy Jobs Program involves traveling to install energy-efficient equipment in residential and small commercial settings. Responsibilities include ensuring quality standards, conducting safety tests, maintaining paperwork, and collaborating with team members. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in customer service and technical installations, and strong communication skills. This role requires daily travel to job sites in Newark, NJ.
Hiring Company Overview

This position is responsible for traveling to pre-scheduled appointments to install energy efficient equipment and products. Services are targeted to the residential and small commercial markets including building owners, management companies, small business owners, and trade allies / contractors. This position will also be responsible for introducing and explaining the incentive programs that pertain to these customer's sectors.

Job Description

Perform all required duties as directed to install energy efficient equipment and products according to proper procedures.

Provide a professional appearance appropriate for a representative of our organization and the client.

Ensure the meeting of customer specifications and company quality standards.

Complete special projects as assigned.

Complete and maintain all required paperwork, records, documents, etc.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the program's strategic direction regarding energy efficiency and the business activities of its customers.

Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.

Perform all required duties as directed to install energy efficient equipment and products including, but not limited to, aerators, showerheads, and lighting.

Assist in conducting blower door and combustion safety tests if required by the program.

Apply insulating and/or sealing material to exterior penetrations, window and door gaps, attic floor penetrations, attic doors and box sills as required.

Daily travel to pre-scheduled appointments at apartments, condo units and other qualified building types.

Work in a team atmosphere to collaborate and continuously improve operations year after year.

Occasional weekend travel to a job site to accommodate a customer's need may be required.

Conduct inventory counts and submit inventory reports as requested by management.

Assure the cleanliness and organization of warehouse locations and fleet vehicle parking areas by regularly assisting with the cleaning and organization of those areas - this includes proper storage of product and recycling materials, if applicable

Assure assigned fleet vehicles have all safety products located within and attached to the vehicle, and that the vehicles are kept clean and orderly.

Perform routine vehicle safety inspections and submit inspection and maintenance reports to management upon request.

Job Responsibilities

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required.

1 - 3 years of experience preferably in basic wiring, lighting, HVAC, troubleshooting and/or other technologies installed in commercial/residential applications.

1 - 2 years of previous customer service/sales experience required.

Mechanical and technical aptitude required.

Experience in installing technologies, manual labor and using tools. - Preferred

Background in one or more of the following: - Preferred

o Building science and design

o Building envelope

o Weatherization or related fields

o Building maintenance

o Home inspection

o HVAC, lighting, controls or renewable energy

Professional Skills

Strong customer service and communication skills.

Must be able to handle a wide work variety and work in a fast-paced environment.

Must be a detail-oriented, organized, self-starter, and have an ability to prioritize workload.

Ability to identify and resolve project application issues with customers and trade allies.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook.

Strong data entry skills in entering information in tracking systems/databases.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with customers, clients and employees.

Ability to analyze and interpret data and solve practical problems.

Knowledge of mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages and ratios.

Committed to diversity and inclusion

Reliable transportation

Relevant Experience

Valid driver's license

Physical Abilities

Willingness to travel up to 95

Work Environment

Required to sit, stand, walk; talk and hear; and ability to touch and handle tools and/or controls

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Noise Level is typically moderate

Employee could be exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles and risk of potential shock

Miscellaneous Job Information

The above information describes the general duties and requirements necessary to perform the principle functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

New Jersey