Electric Savings Program Field Assessor

Organization
Sustainable Resources Center
Organization Summary

Sustainable Resources Center (SRC) is a Minnesota nonprofit organization running the largest deep energy efficiency and decarbonization home retrofit program for income-qualified residents in the state. In our 49-year history, we have helped tens of thousands of families by making their homes safe, healthy, and energy efficient. A critical part of our service is SRC’s Electric Savings Program.

Posting Date
Closing Date
Location in MN
Metro
Job type
full-time
Salary

Starting wage is $25.50/hour. This position is eligible for overtime pay (non-exempt).

This is a full-time position eligible for paid time off, vacation, paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match, medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability benefits, and a cell phone stipend.

Hours

8 hours per day, Monday - Friday. Beginning and end times are flexible.

Primary Duties

Field Assessors visit income-qualified clients to identify homes that can receive free appliance replacements – refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers. Field Assessors also deliver LED light bulbs and smart energy strips, and educate clients on the benefits of conserving electricity.

 

Daily Job Duties of a Field Assessor:

  • Coordinate client home visits by telephone and/or email.
  • Conduct multiple home visits per day, primarily within Hennepin County. 
  • Identify appliances to be replaced and measure spaces and doorways to ensure delivery workers have adequate access to install the appliances.
  • Drop off LED light bulbs, energy power strips and the occasional dehumidifier to clients.
  • Provide education to clients about home electricity use and conservation.
  • Provide ESP paperwork to the program administrative assistant and complete appropriate forms for referrals to other SRC programs.
  • Respond to client questions and concerns via telephone, email and in person.
  • Receive deliveries of smaller ESP supplies at SRC office and manage supply area.
Experience

Qualified applicants must have:

  • A passion for energy efficiency!
  • A valid driver’s license and a relatively clean driving record.
  • An insured personal vehicle. SRC does not have a vehicle fleet; all staff members drive their own cars to visits. SRC reimburses mileage at the federal rate. 
  • The ability to relate to and communicate effectively and respectfully with individuals from many different cultures and socioeconomic situations – both on the phone and in person.
  • Computer skills to operate Microsoft Office applications, and ease with modern office technology such as a copier and a scanner.
How to Apply

To be considered, please email your resume and a cover letter to [email protected] . The cover letter should inform us why, in your own words, you think you’d be a great fit for the position. 

Sustainable Resources Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Sustainable Resources Center uses e-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

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