Energy Auditor/Inspector - New Mexico

Who we are:

ICAST (International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology) is a 501c3 nonprofit that delivers green upgrades to multifamily affordable housing (MFAH) properties to fight the affordable housing, climate change, and social equity crises. We motivate people to act, leading to results that foster local economic development, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. By 2025, we aim to serve 100,000 LMI households annually, reduce their utility costs by $270 Million and Carbon emission by 1.5 million tons, create 2,000 sustainable jobs, and invest over $100 Million in local communities.

Our Work Environment:

Collaborative, entrepreneurial, fast paced, inclusive, work/life balance, established career paths for certain positions, opportunities to job shadow, flexible schedules, robust onboarding, and above all passion for what we do.

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Position Overview:

The Energy Auditor & Inspector will support ICAST’s efforts to provide its multifamily (MF) customers with energy savings through suggesting high efficiency HVAC, hot-water, lighting, and building shell measures. The Energy Auditor & Inspector’s key responsibilities are to perform energy audits and quality control inspections.

Requirements

Must Have Qualifications:

• 3 Years’ experience in Energy Auditing with some in multifamily projects
• 3 Years’ experience performing Quality Control Inspections with some in multifamily projects.
• BPI Multifamily Building Analyst Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• BPI MF Energy Auditor Certification
• Weatherization program QCI Certification
• Microsoft Suite proficient, especially Microsoft Excel
• Firm understanding of HVAC systems in buildings, especially multifamily.
• Understanding of Healthy Homes assessments
• Strong skills in communication, documentation, and attention to detail

Location: New Mexico, Albuquerque and surrounding areas.

Travel: Travel required 75% e.g. 3 of 4 weeks per month

Reports to: QA/QC Manager

Skill Level: Intermediate  

Education: Building Performance Institute Certifications: Energy Auditor, Quality Control Inspector, Multifamily Building Analyst.   WAP certifications as auditor and QCI.

Areas of Expertise: Building Energy Auditing, Quality Control Inspections, Weatherization Assistance Program

Compensation: $65K DOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Building Energy Audits in the field (as and when required).
• Assessing the energy performance of buildings to determine cost-effective energy efficiency upgrades for Multifamily building, especially HVAC systems.
• Work with equipment vendors and installers to assure that their solutions meet the needs of the customer and the relevant incentive program.
• Manage and perform QA/QC Inspections for Energy Efficiency projects (as and when required). 
• Advise Construction staff on building inspection requirements and guide decisions regarding exceptional circumstances.
• Review MF building inspections done by Construction staff at ICAST to ensure they meet the program, customer, and ICAST requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate reporting for assigned projects.

Initial Goals:

• Gain appropriate certifications that may be lacking within 8 months of joining ICAST

This Job Description is a guide listing the key responsibilities of the Job, not an all-inclusive list.   It will be reviewed and revised periodically by management to meet the changing needs of ICAST.

Benefits

• Company Health, Dental, and Life Insurance plan for the employee at no cost! (charges will be added for spouse and family coverage)
• Available Vision and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan available on day 1
• Unlimited PTO Plan

ICAST is a qualifying employer for Federal public student loan forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ for more details.

ICAST is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. We strive to create and maintain a working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status. ICAST is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!