Weatherization Auditor at Three Rivers Community Action Inc in Zumbrota, Minnesota

Job Description:

As a Weatherization Auditor, you will conduct inspections, pre-audits, and energy audits for the Agencys Weatherization Program and Energy Assistance Program as needed. Working with program participants in their homes makes up about 20% of this job. This work includes entering attic spaces, basements, crawlspaces, and living areas of the program participants home to access and determine needed services. You will be responsible for home measurements, combustion analysis, home diagnostic testing, data entry, and creation of work orders in a timely fashion and within the constraints of program policy and MN Department of Commerce guidance. Program training to become a BPI Certified Auditor is a required part of training. Youll work to educate and empower low-income program participants to understand their utility bills and lower their energy consumption, and act as a referral source agent for other eligible programs and evaluate and follow-up with service requests.

Preferred candidates will have prior knowledge of building composition, documentation of the ability to self-educate, and a desire to continue to study and develop skills. This position reports directly to the Weatherization Coordinator and with guidance from the Quality Control Inspector. (Full Position Description will be shared with applicants selected for in-person interviews; to request full description, call 507-316-0610.)

Three Rivers Community Action, Inc. is a non-profit agency providing economic opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and communities in southeastern Minnesota.

This full-time position (40 hours per week) will be based in Faribault or Zumbrota with frequent travel to clients' homes in Goodhue, Rice, and Wabasha counties, as well as for training and meetings. Travel using a personal vehicle is required; mileage reimbursement is based on the IRS mileage rate.

Schedule is Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm (some flexibility). Starting pay rate is $24.00-$27.75/hour depending on qualifications.

Job offers are contingent on a reference check and criminal background check. Employee in this position may be subject to drug and alcohol testing if required by an entity at which work is performed.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalentPost-secondary training in energy auditing or construction-related activities or work equivalentValid drivers license and reliable transportation requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office, including ExcelMust be able to lift/carry 50 pounds (75-100 pounds with lift assistance such as a dolly or co-worker) and crawl, climb, and move in confined spaces.

Preferred qualifications but not required:
Current Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification, HEP Energy Auditor, HEP Quality Control Inspector Certification, or another Minnesota Department of Commerce approved certificationExperience in residential energy auditing, including M200 Weatherization Protocol, furnace testing and heating load calculations

About Three Rivers Community Action
Join Three Rivers Community Action, a dynamic nonprofit organization established in 1966 by dedicated local citizens. Committed to enhancing lives across our service area, Three Rivers collaborates with community partners to address fundamental human needs, fostering individual, familial, and communal well-being.

At Three Rivers, we seek collaborative solutions, lead with integrity, embrace diversity, inspire mutual trust, listen to community needs, respect the people we work with, and promote equity, empowerment and self-sufficiency.

We advocate ardently for our program participants at local, state, and federal levels, leveraging our extensive network of human service agencies to provide comprehensive support. Through these partnerships, we optimize resources to better serve families and communities, catalyzing meaningful change and fostering inclusivity.

We realize dreams of homeownership for people such as single parents, individuals with disabilities, and diverse families. We enable seniors to age in place with vital services like home-delivered meals, transportation, and energy assistance. Through initiatives like Head Start, we ensure children are equipped for school success while supporting their families holistically. At every stage of life, Three Rivers strives to empower and uplift those we serve. Join us in making a difference, one life at a time.

About the Benefits
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and enrich your life:

Competitive wages with opportunities for advancementExtensive benefits for regular full-time staff (30+ hours per week), including health insurance, dental insurance, short-term income continuation, long-term disability insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and, if health insurance is elected, access to an HRA, ensuring peace of mind and security for you and your loved onesParticipation in a generous 403B match (after 1 year of employment), aiding in building a stable financial future for regular staff working 20+ hours per weekGenerous paid time off, guaranteeing you sufficient time for relaxation, rejuvenation, and personal interests for regular staff working 30+ hours per weekAccess to our robust Employee Assistance Program, providing assistance and resources for both personal and professional challengesTraining and professional development opportunities aimed at enhancing your skills and fostering career growthA supportive work environment that fosters diversity, teamwork, and recognizes individual contributions

Experience these outstanding benefits, among others, as we actively support your development, well-being, and success.

Equal Opportunity Commitment
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values lived experience. We strongly encourage individuals from under-represented populations and those with relevant lived experiences to apply. We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your unique experiences and perspectives are an asset to our team, and we welcome your application.

Three Rivers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at jobs@threeriverscap.org or 507-316-0610.

Online application preferred:www.threeriverscap.org/careers. However, a paper application form may be requested by calling 507-316-0610.

Three Rivers is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer