Residential Energy Auditor

Resource Innovations is seeking a Residential Energy Auditor in Indiana to support field delivery for our Inflation Reduction Act programs across the Midwest. As an early key hire, you will conduct high-quality in-home energy audits and support quality control for our HOMES and HEAR programs. This role requires a customer-focused technician skilled in BPI standards and related certifications, with a focus on serving income-qualified households and collaborating with contractor networks.

You will oversee inspections of residential weatherization, HVAC, and water-heating installations, review QA/QC findings, and ensure compliance with program requirements. Partnering with contractors and community organizations to identify and implement solutions based on audit results and customer feedback will be essential. You will also work cross-functionally with internal teams to continuously enhance program delivery and overall effectiveness.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in energy auditing, building science, or related fields, along with familiarity or relationships within housing programs, incentive/rebate initiatives, and community development partners. Strong communication, customer service, leadership abilities, and BPI certifications are essential.

At Resource Innovations, you will help shape the future of our energy audit services while making a meaningful impact on community energy efficiency. If you’re ready to grow your career and support best-in-class program delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform on-site residential energy audits, including HVAC systems, insulation, windows, lighting, appliances, and building envelope.
• Use diagnostic tools such as blower doors, combustion analyzers, and infrared cameras to assess air leakage and energy performance.
• Collect and analyze utility data, homeowner usage patterns, and building specifications.
• Utilize provided software tools to input all above data and prioritize recommendations for energy-saving improvements.
• Educate homeowners and residents about energy-saving opportunities, rebates, and best practices.
• Perform post-installation inspections to verify completion and effectiveness of energy upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and program requirements.
• Collaborate with contractors, utility representatives, and program managers as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and submit documentation in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be located in the state of Indiana, or willing to relocate within 30 days of acceptance
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in energy, construction, environmental science, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in a field services/quality control and quality assurance role, or consulting, energy efficiency or utility experience highly desired
• Certification as a BPI Building Analyst, RESNET HERS Rater, or equivalent; or ability to acquire within first 60 days of employment
• Knowledge of building science, construction and technical expertise is required
• Must be a US Citizen
• HERS and RESNET Rater certification preferred
• Ability to travel 25% to 75% of the time (limited overnight travel)
• Experience with SnuggPro a plus
• Interest in sustainability and passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment.

Preferred skills

• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple priorities
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information
• Proficient skills with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM tools
• Customer service focus
• Ability to apply detailed knowledge of organizational procedures to make independent decisions and serve as a credible resource for senior management team

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