Energy Efficiency Technician

Join CEDA as an Energy Efficiency Technician! 

Location: South Holland Weatherization, Training Center

Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt 

Salary: $21.63 - $25.43/hour

CEDA (Community and Economic Development Association) is a dynamic nonprofit on a mission to empower communities and fight poverty. We are looking for an Energy Efficiency Technician to accurately compile comprehensive information about residential structures under the supervision of a certified Energy Auditor.

What You'll do: 

• Understand and comply with all Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program (IHWAP) compliance, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as all CEDA internal and operational procedures.
• Perform a home verification prior to the completion of an energy audit. Home verifications include client education about the IHWAP program; visual inspections for health, safety, and program eligibility; minimal data collection; categorization of the building; etc.
• Assist a certified Energy Auditor with the following: Perform whole house building analytics and diagnostics, accurately enter and evaluate data and enter in the state’s energy modeling software.
• Conduct indoor air quality tests, baseload evaluations, and building diagnostic tests such as combustion safety, efficiency, pressure diagnostics, and HVAC assessments.
• Complete production documentation including but not limited to: Mileage, time records, gas receipts, assessment documentation.
• Accurately document maps, site plans, dimensions, test set-up, and data to enter in energy modeling software.
• Work responsibly to protect the health and safety of the client, the home, the contractors, and CEDA staff                                  
• Other duties as assigned.

Why Join Us?

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, generous PTO, and more!
• Professional Growth: Contribute to meaningful initiatives in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
• Make an Impact: Your work directly supports the community through critical programs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Required: High school graduate or equivalent (GED).                                                                                                                                                       • 
• Must be certified by the State of Illinois or become certified after participating in training given by the State of Illinois and CEDA within one year of employment.
• This job operates ninety percent of the time in the Field. The work conditions may vary as the time of year delivers varying weather conditions (extreme heat, high humidity, damp, wet, and extreme cold). 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record, as well as auto insurance that meets State requirements. Frequent travel of distance required, especially the City of Chicago and suburban Cook County.
• Hands-on construction, field experience, and working with energy modeling software. 
• Knowledge of standards as it applies in the following areas: construction, architecture, electrical systems, mechanical systems, energy, and facilities, HVAC, OSHA, EPA, NFPA, ASHRAE, ADA, ERP and QA/QC IECC. 
• Working experience in construction, energy efficiency, building maintenance and state/federal compliance. 
• Experience with Weatherization process, State of Illinois regulations and DOE energy rules and requirements. 
• Related Building Performance Certifications and Experience.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now to be part of a team committed to fighting poverty and making a lasting impact in Chicagoland. Please see job description for further details.

CEDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. CEDA is a recipient of federal funding and complies with all applicable non-discrimination provisions, including but not limited to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other applicable regulations. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.