Residential Energy Assessment Specialist (DSM)

Application Instructions:

Applicants must submit an RCEA Employment Application, Resume, and response to Supplemental Questions to RCEA, 633 3rd Street, Eureka CA 95501, or to hr@redwoodenergy.org. Attn: DSM Specialist, position #298. Incomplete application packages are subject to immediate disqualification. Application and supplemental questionnaire are available at https://redwoodenergy.org/employment/.

First review of Applications on March 14, 2025.

The Redwood Coast Energy Authority (RCEA) is seeking a full-time Residential Energy Assessment Specialist to support our residential customer programs, primarily performing phone-based and supporting in-person residential energy assessments

Under general supervision:

· Independently perform phone-based home energy assessments

· Support in-person home energy assessments and installations of simple efficiency items such as LED light bulbs and showerheads

· Prepare Residential Energy Efficiency Kits, including inventorying and ordering supplies and shipping to residential customers

· Review and analyze customer energy usage

· Assist with in-person and virtual outreach events and workshops

· Prepare customer energy reports and advise customers on energy efficiency

· Accurately record collected data

· Support RCEA’s residential rebate program(s)

· Other program support duties as assigned

If you prioritize working for an organization that focuses on community service, creating an inviting culture, and nourishing an enterprising atmosphere you may be a great addition to the team.

(Duties may vary and are subject to change, please review Job Description for more information)

The successful applicant will have a combination of some of the following:

· Commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reduce customer energy costs

· Familiarity with performing residential energy audits or assessments

· Ability to communicate the value of energy efficiency, demand response, and electrification to the general public.

· Knowledge of home building systems such as water heating, space heating, insulation, appliances, and lighting

· Effective communication, report writing, and data entry skills.

· Experience with MS applications and Salesforce databases, or equivalents.

Relevant trainings and professional certifications may include BPI Building Science Principles Certification, energy audit trainings, home weatherization trainings, home inspection trainings, Microsoft Excel/ Word/SharePoint trainings, and Customer Relationship Management software/Salesforce trainings.

Applicants who do not possess a BPI Building Sciences Principles Certification will be expected to obtain this certification within one year of hire.

Work Schedule and Benefits:

This position is a non-exempt full-time assignment, scheduled for 40 hours per week. This position will perform most of their work at RCEA’s central office location in Eureka, CA. Office hours are 8 am-5 pm Monday through Friday.

All full-time positions enjoy RCEA’s benefit package which includes employer paid medical, dental, vision insurance (RCEA pays the full premium for single coverage, with 50% share for 2-party and families), employer sponsored EAP and $25,000 Life Insurance, paid vacation (starting at 15 days/year), sick leave (8 hours/month), 15 annual paid holidays, $4,000 401(a) Employer contribution with up to 7% employee match, and 457(b) deferred compensation plan.

About RCEA:

RCEA is a local government joint powers agency established in 2003, located in Eureka, California. RCEA’s purpose is to develop and implement sustainable energy initiatives that reduce energy demand, increase energy efficiency, and advance the use of clean, efficient, and renewable resources available in the region. RCEA launched a Community Choice Energy program in 2017 through which we are procuring electricity for Humboldt County residents and businesses

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.34 - $39.31 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31 - $39