Energy Efficiency Outreach Specialist

Job Description

Evergreen Energy Partners is a virtual full-service energy efficiency firm. We employ experts experienced in advancing energy efficiency initiatives for a wide array of clients. Our team members are in strategic locations across the United States.

We are a supportive team that rewards individual initiative and performance. We have a progressive culture that embraces work-life balance while working in a virtual office environment from your home. This winning combination has resulted in repeated selection among the top companies on Oregon Business Magazine's list of 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon.

Position Description: Energy Efficiency Outreach Specialist

We are seeking someone located in the Las Vegas, Nevada area. This individual will support, train and assist with weatherization contractors, distributors, manufacturer representatives, and other market actors collectively known as trade allies in both the Las Vegas and Reno areas of Nevada. We train them to propose, sell and complete energy-efficient residential projects within local utility programs. Relationships with and the motivation of trade allies, customers and program partners are key elements of the position, which requires regional travel. The successful applicant will be a self-starter, highly organized, and have good communication skills.

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about energy efficiency, customer-focused delivery experiences and who thrive in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. If you are ready to make a tangible impact on the world and be a part of a team that values partnership, teamwork, innovation, efficiency, and collaboration, we invite you to apply.

Successful Candidates

• Must have exceptional problem-solving skills dedicated to ensuring we deliver on our clients' needs.
• Ensure we achieve high level of customer satisfaction, going out of the way to be helpful, respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, building strong and positive working relationships.
• Must be receptive to feedback, willing to learn, and embrace continuous improvement.
• Be able to work independently, with exceptional decision-making skills, using discretion when interacting with others, creatively thinking of better ways to do things.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to weatherization trade allies, residential customers, and utility representatives.
• Support sales calls with trade allies and their customers to promote energy efficiency projects.
• Conduct on-site training with trade allies and/or utility representatives.
• Support utility customers through technology education, site auditing, and review proposals as needed.
• Assist trade allies in conducting accurate scoping studies, using utility analysis tools and presenting successful customer sales proposals.
• Work with contractors, distributors and other market actors to understand and promote energy efficiency incentive programs.
• Participate and present in company and industry training, as well as communications and program planning efforts to drive successful results to meet client needs.
• Maintain accurate project tracking records to document projects that were identified, influenced and completed through energy efficiency programs.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• High school diploma with higher education or vocational training specializing in mechanical, energy efficiency, lighting or the utility marketing field.
• Preferred three to five years' experience in electrical or energy efficiency industry, ideally in weatherization.
• A college degree is not required, but candidates must demonstrate continued education toward alignment with their career goals.
• Knowledge and experience in additional energy technologies.
• Previous home office experience a plus.
• Road warrior.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting for extended periods at a computer, data entry, proficient typing.
• Talking on the telephone or video conference calls for extended periods.
• Walking through large-scale facilities while looking up in order to count fixtures.
• Climbing up to 100' on steel framework/platforms/ladders (occasionally).
• Vision - near/far.
• Spatial ability/depth perception/color discrimination.
• Speak/hear, provide clear, accurate communication, hear telephone.

The Company will provide reasonable accommodation, which will allow the employee to perform the position's essential job functions.

Other Requirements

• Drug test - must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Pre-employment background check.
• A solid internet connection, a dedicated and fully equipped home office that is set up for public or client-facing virtual on-screen meetings and a reliable phone.
• Evergreen will provide a computer (programs for the position included), two monitors, monitor stand, speakers, webcam, docking station, wireless keyboard and mouse and surge suppressor.
• We are a fully remote telecommuting organization. This position offers a significant amount of flexibility in line with meeting responsibilities, and some evening, early morning and weekend meetings and events are inherent in this position.
• Valid driver's license, dependable transportation, along with verifiable insurance are required.
• Must be located within Clark County with a preference in the Las Vegas, Nevada area.

Benefits

In addition to your competitive salary, medical/dental/vision plan, disability, and life insurance, and 401(k), we'll provide:

• Generous paid time off (PTO) so you can recharge and enjoy life, plus $500 provided annually when you take a week-long vacation.
• 401(k) company contributions to help build your nest egg.
• Discretionary bonus based on performance because your work deserves to be rewarded.
• Professional development funds to learn new skills and grow.
• 100% virtual company.
• Paid volunteer days to make an impact in our community.

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