Home Energy Auditor Assistant

ecobeco is a “green” company that advises consumers on a whole home approach to being more energy-efficient.  ecobeco provides Home Energy Audits to home owners in Montgomery, Howard and Prince George’s Counties. 

We are looking for two entry level Energy Auditor Assistants to start January 2, 2012.  The assistant will be paired with one of our BPI Certified Energy Auditors.  You will help implement home energy audits by setting up and breaking down equipment used to perform the energy audit.  You will install energy-saving measures into customers’ homes such as CFL lighting, low-flow showerheads, water heater wrap, and more.  You are responsible to make sure the audit stays on schedule.  Your work will take place mostly in Montgomery, Prince George’s or Howard Counties. Successful candidates will be considered for future opportunities in mentorship for Energy Auditor positions.
Job Requirements:

• Transportation: You must have a valid driver’s license and provide your own transportation.  We will provide a transportation reimbursement if needed.  You will travel to customer locations with your auditor.
• Mobility: During the home visit, you may be expected to visit many interior rooms and the attic to obtain a full visual inspection of the home, which may include climbing ladders and/or stairs.  You will NOT need to go on roofs.
• Physical strength and dexterity: You will need to carry approximately 40 pounds of equipment from the auditor’s car to the household.  You will need dexterity and coordination to properly set up and break down equipment.
• Care:  You will install CFLs, shower heads, water heater insulation, and more.  You need to take care to install these items without breaking them, and to uninstall the customer’s existing light bulbs, shower heads, etc. without breaking them.  You will use basic tools like a wrench or screwdriver to accomplish these tasks.
• You are available to work 8-10 hours days 4 days a week.  Saturdays may be required during our busy winter season.  You will be paid hourly and are overtime eligible.

Qualifications:

• Passion for the environment
• Great listening skills and ability to follow directions
• Positive attitude
• Punctuality
• Handy around the house
• You will need to pass a criminal background check that is required by Pepco before you can enter a customer’s home.  No felonies allowed.  No violent misdemeanors allowed.
• ecobeco is committed to a drug-free workplace.

Compensation:
This is an entry-level position that includes health care benefits.  Wage is $12/hour and is overtime-eligible.  Exceptional assistants may be offered opportunities to advance to be fully certified Home Energy Auditors depending on company needs at a future time.