Building & Science Specialist

Slipstream creates, tests, implements, and scales the next generation of solutions that move us farther, faster toward a clean energy economy. You are the key to the success of our organization by demonstrating our values, engaging in our mission, and creating results that will produce enduring economic and environmental benefits for all.

We partner with governments, philanthropies, and utilities to discover, test, and scale new solutions that save - and decarbonize - energy. We collaborate with communities of color, rural communities, and Tribal Nations to address historic inequities in the health and economic benefits of clean energy. We're optimistic, ambitious about our impact, and on a journey to become increasingly inclusive and equitable in our work.

Under general supervision, the Building Science Specialist provides Slipstream with energy conservation measures and program eligibility expertise.

Primary and Essential Responsibilities

• Assist in and/or lead the development of building science technical training and program support materials
• Deliver classroom training for energy efficiency professionals on installation of measures, diagnostic testing, combustion safety testing, building data collections and computerized modeling software
• Provide in-field technical training and mentoring for energy efficiency professionals on installation of measures, diagnostic testing, combustion safety testing, building data collection and computerized modeling software
• Review existing curricula and support materials to provide enhancements and conformance with most current building science components
• Provide technical support related to building science expertise to internal and external customers
• Train and/or proctor for Building Science Certifications including Rater Certification
• Conduct or assist in the implementation of building science research activities. This includes collecting and analyzing data, summarizing results, and preparing reports.
• Conduct quality assurance site visits for whole house, emergency heating system replacements and prescriptive energy conservation measures including ratings. This includes collecting and analyzing data, evaluating and inspecting the work of providers and contractors. Based on findings create reports to document site visits.
• Provide information for and review of data for monthly and other reports as requested by the program and/or project manager
• Actively participate as a member of assigned workgroups
• These responsibilities are not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned from time to time

Competencies

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  Exhibited ability to manage workload assignments & meet deadlines; works autonomously or in small teams.

  
  
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  Proven project management & leadership skills

  
  
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  Demonstrate solid verbal & written communication & report writing skills

  
  
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  Exhibit the ability to build professional relationships with teams, vendors, clients & partners

  
  
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  Experience with budget & contract management

  
  
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  Ability to lead cross-functional team(s)

  
  
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  Project management experience to include but not limited to project design implementation, facilitation for large projects & ensuring deadlines are met.

  
  
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  Familiarity with research plans and analytics

  
  
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  Proven ability to perform energy assessments and diagnostic testing related to, but not limited to, worst case draft, heating system efficiency and air flow, IR scanning, pressure diagnostics, carbon monoxide analysis, and blower door testing.

  
  
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  Ability to provide technical support to contractors and program providers.

  
  
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  Works with weatherization management and field staff, insulation contractors and HVAC contractors.

  
  
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  Demonstrated use of residential building science best practices.

  
  

Qualifications

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  Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

  
  
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  Minimum 3 years of work-related experience

  
  
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  Basic proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite

  
  

Licenses/Certificates

Building Performance Institute (BPI), Home Energy Professional (HEP), Quality Control Inspector (QCI) certification, or the ability to become certified upon hire.