HERS Rater III / Passive House Verifier

Job Details
Job type
Full Time
Region
Pioneer Valley
Location (City)
Northampton
Job category
Consulting
Sector
Energy Efficiency
Job intro

Airtight Energy Consulting, Inc. is a small but growing company that provides HERS ratings, Passive House consulting and verification, and energy code assistance to developers, architects, contractors and others involved in the design and construction of multifamily buildings, single family homes, and commercial buildings. 

This position will focus on HERS ratings, ENERGY STAR certification, and Passive House verification for multifamily and commercial projects.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Responsibilities: 

  • Reviewing architectural, mechanical, plumbing, and lighting plans and specifications 

  • Performing take-offs of envelope, mechanical, plumbing, and lighting systems  

  • Performing HERS ratings of multifamily buildings, including duplexes, townhomes, condominium projects, and apartment buildings with up to several hundred dwelling units 

  • Providing project management and consulting for projects from start to finish  

  • Certifying projects under ENERGY STAR Homes / Multifamily New Construction, Indoor AirPLUS, and Zero Energy Ready Homes 

  • Providing Passive House verification services to multifamily projects 

  • Performing on-site inspections for projects 

  • Performing blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation testing using diagnostic equipment 

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor of Science degree in science, engineering, architecture, building technology, or similar 

  • Minimum of 3 years experience as a HERS rater 

  • Experience performing HERS ratings on multifamily buildings 

  • Interest in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and minimizing global climate change 

  • Located within 70 miles of Northampton, Massachusetts and willing to work in our office 1-3 days per week 

  • Have completed ENERGY STAR rater training 

  • Certified Passive House Verifier or ability to take the next available Verifier training 

  • Use of a personal vehicle for work and a good driving record

Benefits

We offer: 

  • Health and dental insurance 

  • Retirement plan with employer match 

  • Friendly and knowledgeable coworkers 

  • Hybrid work arrangement with a mix of office time, field time, and remote time 

  • Great office location in downtown Northampton 

  • Professional development and career advancement 

  • Opportunity to participate in a bonus program

How to Apply

To apply, send cover letter and a resume to: 

Mark Newey, Managing Principal 

Airtight Energy Consulting, Inc. 

mark.newey@airtightenergy.com

Salary
$72500.00
Degree Requirement
Bachelors
Contact Information
Contact name
Mark Newey
Contact email
mark.newey@airtightenergy.com
Contact phone
413-587-0935