Employment

Energy Counselor

The Energy Counselor is responsible for providing in-home residential energy analysis in support of CEE’s Residential Programs.  The Energy Counselor is part of a two-person team conducting the Home Energy Squad (HES) home visit.   The Energy Counselor is the primary point of contact for the homeowner and is responsible for establishing good rapport. This is an administrative level position that reports to the Field Operations Manager.  This is a full time position that provides a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance and a retirement plan.
 

Responsibilities

• Working with a team member to conduct home visits according to established protocols.
• Managing time to complete visits according to schedule.
• Assuming the role of Lead or Installer for HES Installed visits.
• Conducting product installations for HES and multifamily visits.
• Consulting with homeowners about energy goals, questions, and concerns.
• Teaching homeowners about energy use and encouraging low-cost and no-cost energy-saving measures.
• Communicating with the Energy Technician throughout visits with respect to upgrades recommendations.
• Discussing upgrades recommendations with homeowners and gauging the homeowner’s interest.
• Encouraging homeowners to complete recommended insulation/air sealing treatments, and scheduling work to be completed.
• Accurately recording and entering data into the tracking database.
• Accurately managing product inventory.
• Driving a Home Energy Squad van. 
• Conducting research and completing assigned tasks and responsibilities during office time.
• Assisting with program marketing and outreach efforts.
• Understanding and adhering to corporate policies and procedures, attending trainings as requested, and reading corporate wide emails and correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned

• Must have basic knowledge of and experience in building science, residential energy efficiency and residential building construction, and the capacity and interest to learn more. 
• Must demonstrate excellent customer relations, and communication and persuasive skills. 
• Experience in sales preferred. 
• Must demonstrate excellent time-management and organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. 
• Must have basic computer and keyboard competency and show proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel. 
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds as well as carry, push, pull, kneel and squat.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

 
Compensation
$15.00-$17.00/hour, dependent upon qualifications and experience.
 
How to Apply
Email or fax cover letter and resume to Human Resources:

Energy Counselor Position
Center for Energy and Environment
212 3rd Avenue North, Suite #560
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Resume_Submissions@mncee.org
FAX 612-335-5995

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

HVAC Consultant

CEE is seeking an HVAC Consultant to be a core member of its One-Stop Efficiency Shop® (One-Stop) program. One-Stop delivers lighting and HVAC assessments and provides rebates to small and medium-sized businesses that implement recommended upgrades. The HVAC Consultant will evaluate existing HVAC systems, diagnose issues that are reducing system energy efficiency and make recommendations for efficiency upgrades. Upgrades may include, but are not limited to:

• Programmable thermostats
• Networked thermostats
• Simplified HVAC controls
• Improved economizer control
• ECM motors on supply and condenser fans
• Optimization controls for roof top units (RTU)
• Exhaust fan control
• 75F load management
• Equipment replacement

The consultant will present recommendations to owners, secure their participation in the program and serve as a liaison between the owner and contractor during installation. The consultant will also help design delivery for the HVAC portion of One-Stop so that the process is not only valuable to program participants, but is accurate, efficient and able to be mass produced on a large scale. This is a full time position that provides a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance as well as a profit sharing retirement plan.
 
Responsibilities:

• Evaluating existing HVAC systems to identify issues that are causing decreased energy efficiency or equipment that can be added to the system to increase energy efficiency
• Generating recommendations for energy efficiency upgrades based on assessment findings
• Entering assessment data into custom analysis and reporting software
• Presenting recommendations, associated project costs, rebates and savings to customer
• Identifying leads with the best technical opportunity and level of interest and setting up a systematic follow-up process to secure their participation in One-Stop
• Organizing and planning own assessment schedule
• Serving as a resource for customers and vendors during installation
• Generating enough participation to meet annual program savings goals
• Continually seeking opportunities to educate customers, vendors and like-minded entities on the benefits of upgrading HVAC systems and how they can best utilize One-Stop
• Other duties as assigned

 
Qualifications/Job Requirements:

• At least five years of experience evaluating HVAC systems and associated issues that decrease a system’s energy efficiency
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented individual who is eager to help small and medium-sized businesses save energy
• Excellent customer relations, communication and sales skills
• Ability to present recommendations to business owners and motivate them to implement HVAC improvements in their buildings
• Ability to conduct thorough HVAC assessments and fully and accurately document findings
• Ability to quickly acquire new skills and knowledge
• Ability to work independently with good organizational and time management skills
• Interest in energy efficient technologies for commercial HVAC systems
• A valid driver’s license and up-to-date insurance

Physical Requirements

• Ability to access all parts of existing HVAC systems to make an accurate assessment of any existing issues that may result in a recommendation for upgrades, for example ability to climb a ladder to access roof top units (ladder training will be provided if needed) and carry necessary equipment to the roof
• Ability to demonstrate the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer or tablet effectively
• Excellent communications (both verbal and written)
• Ability to operate general office equipment, e.g., PC, printer, fax, telephone, etc.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects

Working Conditions

• Ability to work overtime as needed or required to meet established deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with high daily pressure to meet deadlines and program goals
• Ability to perform work indoors in an office environment as necessary, regardless of whether cubicle, open office or private office
• Ability to perform work outdoors when conditions are acceptable to perform assessments on HVAC equipment
• Comfortable working around high voltage only when proper safeties are present 

Compensation
Dependent upon qualifications and experience.

How to Apply
Email or fax cover letter and resume to Human Resources:

HVAC Consultant Position
Center for Energy and Environment
212 3rd Avenue North, Suite #560
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Resume_Submissions@mncee.org
FAX 612-335-5995

Equal Opportunity Employer
 

Inspector

The Inspector is responsible for providing quality assurance inspections for the residential department of Center for Energy and Environment. This includes: site visits in coordination with contractors and homeowners to inspect homes prior to and after home performance upgrades, data entry of results and findings at site visits, providing feedback in a timely and professional manner, and using a variety of energy modeling software systems. This position works closely with contractors, and homeowners as well as the internal staff working within the Residential Department. As part of the residential department team, this position will occasionally assist with overflow work as needed from other residential programs within CEE. The Inspector has no direct reports and reports to the QA & New Homes Manager.

This is a full time position that provides a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance and a retirement plan.
 
Responsibilities:

• Perform blower door tests, IR image scans, combustion safety diagnostics, and visual inspections of contractor work as part of home performance upgrades on existing homes, including insulation and HVAC work.
• Perform detailed indoor air quality inspections for a noise mitigation program.
• Use of industry specific software, including: TECTITE, and TECLOG.
• Perform contractor and homeowner communications in a pleasant, professional, and timely manner.
• Perform accurate data entry, and report generation for tracking and feedback reporting.
• Work closely with other QA staff to ensure consistent delivery of inspection protocols and call backs.
• Perform on-site and classroom education for contractor staff in coordination with other QA staff.
• Perform energy audits for residential department as needed.
• Assist with other departmental tasks as assigned.
• Understand and adhere to corporate policies and procedures, attend trainings as requested, and read corporate wide emails and correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of relevant experience in related work.
• At least 2 years of experience in residential energy efficiency.
• Working knowledge of HVAC operations and house depressurization issues.
• Basic residential program knowledge.
• Detail oriented with particular emphasis on accurate data collection.
• BPI Building Analyst or equivalent certification.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• An orientation toward teamwork.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Routinely use building science diagnostic equipment such as blower doors, duct blasters, combustion analyzers, infrared cameras, and hand tools.
• Work both independently and as a team.
• Requires ability to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and ladders; balance; stoop, kneel and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Develop and maintain a professional office environment and appearance (factors include: cleanliness, attire, positive attitude).
• Routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Work will include occasional outstate travel including over-night stays.
• Primary working hours must occur on-site and during CEE’s business hours. Employee will occasionally be required to work early mornings, nights and weekends but with advanced notice.
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to reliable transportation, including capacity to transport equipment as needed.  Strong preference is for access to a vehicle.

 
Compensation
Dependent upon qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Email or fax cover letter and resume to Human Resources:

Inspector Position
Center for Energy and Environment
212 3rd Avenue North, Suite #560
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Resume_Submissions@mncee.org
FAX 612-335-5995

Research Analyst

The Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) is seeking a talented, energetic and enthusiastic analyst to join our research team. The Research Group at CEE primarily conducts applied research in areas of energy efficiency, building science, and energy systems. The Research Analyst will be supervised by a Senior Research Engineer and will be involved in a variety of research projects. This position will be split between two core duties: data reduction, analysis and data collection for field studies; and secondary research and analysis to support CEE’s growing work with modernizing the electricity grid. This position offers a beneficial variety of exposure to a myriad of issues that shape energy efficiency, including the pragmatic technical training that comes with field work. The right candidate will have strong analytic capabilities and a sense of curiosity, with a desire to work with their hands to learn about energy systems and energy efficiency.

This is a full time position that provides a wide range of benefits including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance and a retirement plan.
 
Responsibilities:

• Acquire, manage, and process building, and energy system data.
• Develop, deploy and maintain data acquisition equipment and data processing workflows.
• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize findings from other research.
• Coordinate energy code reviews of new buildings.
• Perform building energy performance plan, specification and submittal reviews.
• Carefully document project work, track effort, and manage multiple project priorities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS/BA in mechanical engineering, physics or closely related technical field.
• Working knowledge of heat transfer and energy systems is required.
• Strong facility with Microsoft Excel and aptitude for programming.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new computer applications as needed.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities and understanding of basic statistical methods.
• Self-motivated, responsible, efficient, and accurate. Must demonstrate excellent time-management and organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. 
• Training or experience with measurements and computerized data acquisition.
• Aptitude for hands-on work in the field.
• Comfortable interacting with project participants including homeowners, renters, building operators, and facilities managers.
• Strong communication abilities, including the ability to speak and write for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with building plan review or preparation preferred.
• Experience with the use of BAS and/or other HVAC controls preferred.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds as well as carry, push, pull, kneel and squat. 
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and access to reliable transportation, including capacity to transport equipment as needed.  Strong preference is for access to a vehicle.
• Flexibility is required: site visits may require significant work outside the office and outside typical workday hours.

Compensation
Dependent upon qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
Email or fax cover letter and resume to Human Resources:

Research Analyst Position
Center for Energy and Environment
212 3rd Avenue North, Suite #560
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Resume_Submissions@mncee.org
FAX 612-335-5995