Estimator at Proteus Inc in Goshen, California

Job Description:

Deadline:9/27/2024
Proteus, Inc. is proud to offer our eligible employees a comprehensive benefits program:
12 paid holidays, self-care and bereavement leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, employer-paid basic life insurance and AD&D, Voluntary Insurance, a 403(b)-retirement plan, flexible spending account options, an employee assistance program (EAP), and a generous paid tuition assistance program.
Additionally, Proteus, Inc. is proud to be a Public Service Loan Forgiveness-certified employer.
If you are looking for a job that encourages work-life balance, Proteus has just the job for you! Visit our website to review a full list of open positions across our organization.

SUMMARY: Serves as general and technical liaison to the low-income community by conducting outreach, performing assessments, determining eligibility, and being responsible for product inventory control.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Promotes to the public the availability of existing energy programs through authorized outreach channelsIdentify and prioritize energy saving measures. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencyPrepare audit reports containing energy analysis results or recommendations for energy cost savingsProvides energy information to customerPrepare financial documents, reports or budgetsInspect or evaluate building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or process systems to determine the energy consumption of each systemInspect facilities or equipment to ensure specifications are metPerform test such as blower-door and duct blast tests to locate air leaksEducate customers on energy efficiency or answer questions on topics such as costs of running household appliances or the selection of energy efficient appliancesCalculate data to inform organizational operationsRecommend energy efficient technologies or alternate energy sourcesPrepare job specification sheets for home energy improvements, such as attic insulation, window retrofits, heating and cooling system upgrades, water heating systems, residential appliances and fuel switchingDevelop technical specifications for systems or equipmentAnalyze technical feasibility of energy saving measures using knowledge of engineering, energy production, energy use, construction, maintenance, system operation, or process systemsAssess the cost effectiveness of products, projects, or servicesMeasure energy usage with devices such as data loggers, universal data recorders, light meters, sling pshycrometers, psychometric charts, flue gas analyzers, amp probes, watt meters, volt meters, thermometers or utility metersAccountable for any inventory issued for installation or dissemination utilizing appropriate forms and procedures

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Completion of a construction trade program at a technical or trade school, 2-3 years of residential construction experience, Comfortable reading and understanding equipment blueprints, schematics, and diagrams, working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and construction theory, and the associated principles, materials, and equipment. Demonstrated ability to operate hand and power tools associated with trade work. Any combination of the above sufficient to professionally complete residential estimating projects including selection of products.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Basic computer skills required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers, employees or organizations. Must be personable and be able to effectively communicate with others from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Access to transportation, California drivers license, and minimum auto insurance as required by law. Must maintain good driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must be able to lift and move heavy appliances, with assistance, on a regular basis.

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

AT-WILL STATEMENT: Employment at Proteus is employment at will. This means that an employee is free to leave his or her employment at any time, with or without cause or notice, and the Company retains the same right to terminate the employee at any time, with or without cause or notice. Please understand that continued employment cannot be guaranteed for any employee.

This policy of at-will employment may be changed only by a written employment agreement signed by the Chief Executive Officer that expressly changes the policy of at-will employment. Unless the employees employment is covered by a written employment agreement that specifically provides otherwise, this policy of at-will employment is the sole and entire agreement between the employee and the Company as to the duration of employment and the circumstances under which employment may be terminated.

With the exception of employment at-will, terms and conditions of employment with the Company may be modified at the sole discretion of the Company, with or without cause or notice at any time. No implied contract concerning any employment-related decision or term or condition of employment can be established by any other statement, conduct, policy, or practice. Examples of the types of terms and conditions of employment that are within the sole discretion of the Company include, but are not limited to, the following: promotion; demotion; transfers; hiring decisions; compensation; benefits; qualifications; discipline; layoff or recall; rules; hours and schedules; work assignments; job duties and responsibilities; production standards; subcontracting; reduction, cessation, or expansion of operations; sale, relocation, merger, or consolidation of operations; determinations concerning the use of equipment, methods, or facilities; or any other terms and conditions that the Company may determine to be necessary for the safe, efficient, and economic operation of its business.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements, which may change from time to time based on business needs. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship to the Company may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.