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About the Role
Sustainable Comfort, Inc. is seeking an Energy Rater / HERS Rater to join their field team. This role involves hands-on inspections and testing at multifamily construction sites, combined with energy modeling, reporting, and project coordination. The position supports various green building programs and energy efficiency certifications.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field inspections at multifamily construction sites to evaluate energy efficiency and program compliance.
- Perform diagnostic testing, including blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation testing.
- Evaluate insulation, air sealing, HVAC, ventilation, and other energy-related building components.
- Prepare and support HERS energy models and review construction plans and project documentation.
- Document field observations, testing results, deficiencies, and required corrective actions.
- Communicate directly with contractors and project teams regarding inspection findings and program requirements.
- Coordinate site visits and track inspection and testing milestones throughout construction.
- Support projects working toward HERS, ENERGY STAR, LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, Passive House/Phius, and other energy-efficiency certifications and programs.
Requirements
- Relevant education, training, or professional experience in a related field.
- Strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to learn and apply technical standards, testing procedures, and program requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability and interest in regularly working at active construction sites.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs and move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available as required.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Skills
- Building science
- Residential energy efficiency
- HERS Ratings
- Energy auditing
- Weatherization
- BPI
- Residential construction
- Multifamily construction
- Construction inspection
- QA/QC
- HVAC
- Ventilation
- Building systems
- Engineering
- Architecture
- Green building
- Energy-efficiency programs
- Diagnostic testing
- Energy modeling
- RESNET standards
- ENERGY STAR
- LEED
- Enterprise Green Communities
- Passive House/Phius
Location
- Field-focused role
Work Type
- Field inspections
- Hands-on inspections
- Performance testing
Experience Level
- Experience in residential energy efficiency, building science, construction, engineering, weatherization, energy auditing, HVAC, or a related field.
- HERS Rater certification and direct building performance experience are preferred.
- Preferred experience includes HERS certification or training, BPI credentials, diagnostic testing, energy modeling, residential or multifamily construction, energy auditing/weatherization, RESNET standards, and green building programs such as ENERGY STAR, LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, or Passive House/Phius.
Salary/Compensations
- $54,000–$73,000 annually
Benefits
- $7,200 annual health insurance reimbursement
- 401(k) with 6% company match
- $10,000 company-paid life insurance
- Company vehicle provided
- Unlimited paid time off
- Company-paid professional development, training, and certifications
- Opportunities for advancement
- Bonus opportunities
About the Company
- Sustainable Comfort, Inc. is a green building and energy efficiency consulting firm specializing in multifamily housing.
- We work with development and construction teams throughout the Northeast to make buildings more efficient, sustainable, comfortable, and better performing.
Equal Opportunity
- Sustainable Comfort, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.