Home Energy Efficiency Inspector

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Position: HOME ENERGY EFFICIENCY INSPECTOR

Supervised by: Program Manager

Department: Weatherization

Classification: Regular Full Time

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Pendleton Main Office

Salary: $4,684 per month

Benefits: Health, Dental, RX, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation, Sick, and Holidays

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Deliver weatherization auditing and inspection services in accordance with federal, state, local and utility standards. Perform occasional work involving installation of weatherization measures. Conduct training in proper installation of weatherization measures. Perform administrative work in an office setting. Assist in the development and delivery of Energy Education workshops.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. This list is not all-inclusive; other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Conduct detailed energy audits on residential structures. Enter collected data into home energy performance analysis software to determine cost/benefit analysis.
• Administer diagnostic testing on all audited homes, including building and duct air leakage, static pressures, air handler performance, combustion appliance exhaust and draft testing, lead paint testing, and carbon monoxide testing. Collect samples when asbestos is suspected and submit them for testing.
• Identify health and safety issues.
• Make recommendations to management regarding selection of weatherization measures.
• Submit applications and reports to the state and other partner entities.
• Assist with administrative file work when needed.
• Perform brief pre-audit home inspections.
• Oversee contractor work through periodic inspections while jobs are in progress.
• Serve as primary point of contact for contractors with technical needs or questions.
• Support contractor work by offering hands-on or document-based training in areas where contractor knowledge or skill deficiencies are present.
• Provide customer service to clients regarding matters such as job progress, feedback or questions regarding contractors, and education about weatherization measures.
• Perform 6-month follow-up visits with clients to hear and address any concerns with completed work.
• Collaborate with administrative staff in matters such as contractor scheduling and bid and work order issuance.
• Abide by all compliance principles issued by Federal, State and Local rules and regulations relevant to client eligibility, file maintenance, audit and inspection standards, performance codes, and installation of acceptable weatherization measures and products.
• Maintain tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ensure periodic maintenance schedules are met and perform safety checks for departmental vehicles.
• Serve on agency safety committee.
• Attend trainings to obtain certification requirements, learn new innovative technology, and incorporate new methods in our delivery of weatherization services.
• Assist with the development and delivery of energy conservation training courses including the proper installation of self-help materials.
• Read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, building codes, blueprints, and weatherization specifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Weatherization Manager.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate degree in related field, or three years of comparable experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have or obtain Oregon Lead Safe Renovator Certification, within 90 days from date of hire.
• Must have or obtain the following certifications within two years from date of hire: Oregon Residential Energy Analyst, Building Performance Institute residential energy auditor and quality control inspector, REM Design user, and all other certifications as deemed necessary to meet program requirements.
• Ability to work in a team environment. Must interact with the public, staff, contractors, peers and state program representatives in an informative and professional manner.
• Professionalism and workplace etiquette is expected when in the office and when conducting inspections/audits.
• Must present a clean, neat, and tasteful appearance during business hours or when representing CAPECO.
• Have a general knowledge of building techniques and weatherization materials.
• Ability to abide by regulations.
• Ability to travel out of area to attend training or deliver weatherization services.
• Working knowledge of office equipment (i.e. copier, fax, etc.)
• Strong computer skills in excel, word and outlook.
• Technical knowledge and ability to operate mechanical tools.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner; both orally and written with State officials, contractors, professional peers, clients and staff.
• Operate diagnostic equipment (blower door, duct blaster, infrared camera, pressure diagnostics, moisture meters, gas detection equipment, combustion analyzer, etc.) as required to meet program guidelines. Experience preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demand and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; twist; bend; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; use hands to manipulate. All audits require the employee to be in confined spaces such as crawl spaces under homes or in attics. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects of light to moderate weight (up to 50 pounds). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions (extreme heat and cold); moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; or risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must pass a criminal history background investigation; however, a conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual from this position.
• CAPECO is a drug free workplace and pre-employment drug screening will be required. Due to federal funding, our drug screenings include the use of marijuana.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Driver’s License and insurable driving record is required.
• Travel may be required within the service area, including occasional out-of-town or overnight travel. Travel may require the use of a personal vehicle. Mileage for the business-related use of a personal vehicle will be reimbursed at the standard mileage rate as published per IRS guidelines.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
CAPECO does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.