Energy Auditor

The Energy Auditor is a key member of RECAP's Weatherization team and is responsible for conducting comprehensive energy audits of residential homes served through the New York State Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) and NYSERDA Empower Programs.

The Energy Auditor evaluates residential properties to identify energy efficiency, health, safety, and building performance needs; develops appropriate work scopes and material lists; and ensures recommended work is consistent with applicable program requirements and the New York State Weatherization Field Guide.

The position works closely with the Production Coordinator, Director of Weatherization, Weatherization staff, contractors, and other program partners to support the successful completion of weatherization projects. The Energy Auditor is expected to maintain accurate documentation, comply with applicable program requirements, and contribute to RECAP's mission of improving energy efficiency, safety, and comfort for eligible households.

• Conduct comprehensive field audits for the New York State Weatherization Assistance Program and NYSERDA Empower Program.
• Evaluate residential buildings to identify energy efficiency opportunities, health and safety concerns, building performance issues, and necessary weatherization measures.
• Collect accurate field measurements, observations, photographs, and other information required to develop project recommendations.
• Enter and maintain accurate project data in TIPS and Emp Calc software.
• Create and submit Emp Calc documentation for NYSERDA Empower projects.
• Develop detailed work scopes for each assigned job based on audit findings and applicable program requirements.
• Develop accurate materials lists for proposed weatherization work.
• Ensure work scopes and recommendations are consistent with applicable program requirements and the New York State Weatherization Field Guide.
• Coordinate with the Production Coordinator and Director of Weatherization regarding project scopes, scheduling, findings, changes, and required follow-up.
• Conduct in-progress inspections to verify that work is being completed according to the approved work scope and applicable standards.
• Conduct final inspections to verify completion and quality of weatherization measures.
• Identify deficiencies, incomplete work, or required corrections and communicate findings to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to audits, inspections, work scopes, materials, and project completion.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, tenants, contractors, vendors, and RECAP staff while conducting audits and inspections.
• Protect client and household information obtained during the audit and inspection process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Weatherization.

• Comply with applicable New York State Weatherization Assistance Program requirements, NYSERDA Empower Program requirements, and the New York State Weatherization Field Guide.
• Maintain required BPI certifications and other credentials applicable to assigned duties.
• Participate in roundtable meetings with other Energy Auditors, the Production Coordinator, and the Director of Weatherization.
• Remain current on applicable weatherization standards, building science practices, health and safety requirements, program procedures, and relevant codes.
• Ensure audit findings, work scopes, materials lists, inspections, and project documentation are accurate and completed within required time frames.
• Follow all RECAP policies, procedures, safety requirements, and program directives.
• Promptly communicate health, safety, structural, environmental, or other significant concerns identified during audits or…