Field Energy Analyst

PECI seeks a Field Energy Analyst ? a field technician position ? to work with HVAC maintenance contractors to promote tuning commercial HVAC systems for optimal energy efficiency.  This position will manage a large contact base and have primary responsibility for enrolling contractors and training their technicians on-site to perform maintenance best practices that produce energy savings.  Must be able to work independently, to prioritize multiple demands and proactively develop client relationships.  Must be able to apply theory and principles of mechanical engineering to the equipment performance test procedures under the direction of engineering staff.  Commercial HVAC and controls experience preferred.  The Field Energy Analyst will work from a home office in the San Francisco Bay area, and coordinate with remote team members.

 

The Field Energy Analyst plays a critical role in fulfilling contract deliverables and approving contractor incentive payments under the AirCare plus program.  This position is responsible for implementing the AirCare plus program in the field.  The Field Energy Analyst will identify, establish and maintain partnerships with targeted contactors.  This field technician position plays a key role in achieving program goals that result in energy savings by training HVAC maintenance technicians in commercial HVAC system performance improvement techniques. 

 

The Field Energy Analyst must be able to both manage technical detail and ensure its consistency with programmatic goals through excellent communication skills. This person must coordinate with engineers and energy experts on technical issues.  Strong time management, training and interpersonal skills plus attention to goal attainment are necessary.  Specific tasks will include conducting trainings, and assisting in data collection to quantify results. Some evening and weekend work is required as needed. 

 

Specific activities may include:

Managing and expanding customer and vendor relationships.

Providing technical training for contractors? commercial HVAC maintenance technicians.(40-50%)

Establishing relationships with contractors and their dispatchers to accomplish retrofits.

Ensuring that technicians are capable on implementing energy savings measures, and that they are supportive of the program?s objectives.

Assisting with development and retention of accurate retrofit implementation data.

Develop creative ways to achieve program objectives and scope relevant tasks.

Development of promotional and program delivery concepts.

Research new technology and program concepts

Set up and conduct tests of roof top units and components under operational conditions

 

Desired qualifications and experience:

High energy and persuasive nature

Strong field application background in HVAC and controls.

Sales experience (preference given to those with experience selling energy efficiency services and/or conducting energy audits)

Technical background in the principles of HVAC and controls preferred.

Consultative approach: proven ability to understand and meet customer needs

Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills

Windows-based and Microsoft Office software experience

Preference given to candidates with demonstrated commitment to the environment

PE is a plus

 

Skills and Qualities:

Strong team player, while also self-motivated

Good analytical skills; creative problem-solving and issue resolution skills

Strong phone presence

Excellent organization and time management; able to work independently

Coordination; that is, adjusting actions in relation to others? actions

Strong verbal and written communication; ability to present to a variety of audiences

Active listening; give full attention to what others say, take time to understand the points made,  and ask questions as appropriate, while not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Active learning; understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Judgment and decision making; consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Ability to work as part of a team with shifting priorities

Ability to work under pressure with energy and enthusiasm

 

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/401k).

 

PECI (Portland Energy Conservation, Inc.) is a nonprofit corporation with a twenty-year history developing and implementing innovative approaches to energy and resource efficiency. We offer our local and national clients a unique combination of expert research, program design, and on-the-ground delivery.

 

To Apply

If you are interested in joining our dynamic team and have the qualifications for this fast-paced position, please send a cover letter and resume to: job2284@peci.org