Energy Auditor na COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL OF HOWARD COUNTY MD INC

Energy Auditor

Who We Are

At the Community Action Council of Howard County (CAC), we have a mission to diminish poverty and enable self-sufficiency for all Howard County individuals, families, and children in need. We take action towards this mission by focusing on five critical services: housing assistance, food assistance, energy assistance, weatherization assistance, and early childhood education. CAC impacts our local society by changing lives and helping create a pathway through and out of poverty or just providing a hand up when one is needed.

Who You Are

At CAC, the Energy Auditor plays a crucial role in residential energy savings upgrades for low and moderate-income families.  Your responsibilities include conducting energy assessments, constructing work orders for subcontractors, and performing quality control inspections to ensure compliance with program requirements.  The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player who thrives in a collaborative environment structured to meet departmental goals. They demonstrate strong resourcefulness and initiative, especially when navigating technical aspects of energy audits and applying program standards effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site energy audits and quality control inspections of residential properties across the state to ensure compliance with program standards.
• Efficiently manage client paperwork and files to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
• Analyze diagnostic data and use the Hancock Energy Audit Tool or designed software to model property energy use, evaluate cost-effective upgrades, and develop detailed work orders for subcontractors.
• Understand and adhere to regulations, policies, and procedures from funding agencies and service providers.
• Attend and successfully complete educational programs to achieve necessary certifications relevant to the position.
• Contribute to the success of the team by undertaking additional duties as assigned.

 Community Action Council of Howard County is an equal opportunity employer.

***Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. ***

Important Notice to Applicants To be considered for this position, applicants must fully complete the application process. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed or considered. Please ensure that all required fields, documents, and information are submitted before the application deadline.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle for work-related duties (mileage reimbursed).
• Minimum of one year of prior experience conducting audits, preferably in a residential or energy-related setting.
• Able to obtain the BPI Energy Auditor certification within 90-days of hire.
• Knowledge of residential construction experience and diagnostic instrumental knowledge.
• Proficient in preparing required records and reports for federal, state, and local agencies.
• Comfortable working in both office and outdoor environments, including all weather conditions.
• Adept at using technology including cameras, iPads, and laptops, and possess solid computer skills in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Capable of obtaining and analyzing statistical data as well as evaluating and interpreting meaningful results.

Preferred

• Three (3) plus years of experience conducting audits, with demonstrated proficiency in energy modeling software and diagnostic tools.
• Demonstrated proficiency in rapidly acquiring and navigating new database systems to support dynamic operational needs.
• Experience delivering client services to low-income families with other Community Action Agencies or DHCD weatherization contractors.
• Knowledge of Handcock, CompanyCam, and Xaminate, Red Calc, Acuity, QuickBase
• BPI HEP Energy Audit Certification