Energy Efficiency Lead Technician

As an Energy Efficiency Lead Technician at PosiGen, your primary role is to provide energy efficiency solutions to our customers. You’ll conduct physical site assessments and oversee the installation of energy-efficient upgrades, ensuring the quality of work and customer satisfaction. Additionally, you'll manage a team of technicians, guide them in improving performance, and maintain documentation of the upgrades for accuracy.

To apply for the Energy Efficiency Lead Technician position at PosiGen, you need to have a high school diploma or equivalent, along with significant experience in the residential construction or maintenance industry. BPI certifications, such as the Building Analyst Technician and Infiltration and Duct Leakage Certification, are required to ensure you’re well-equipped for the job.

As a Lead Technician at PosiGen, you will install a variety of energy-efficient upgrades in single-family residential projects. These upgrades include insulation, pipe insulation, plumbing fixture aerators, duct sealing, air sealing, compact fluorescent light bulbs, and thermostat replacements. Your expertise will directly contribute to lowering energy bills for homeowners.

Essential skills for the Energy Efficiency Lead Technician role at PosiGen include proficiency with various tools and equipment, strong analytical skills for identifying and resolving client issues, and excellent communication skills for interacting with homeowners and team members. Additionally, being physically fit to work in challenging conditions, like attics or crawl spaces, is crucial.

During the interview process for the Energy Efficiency Lead Technician position at PosiGen, you can expect a blend of technical and behavioral questions. The interviewers will assess your experience, problem-solving abilities, and how well you align with PosiGen's values. Preparing examples of past work experiences and demonstrating your passion for solar energy will be beneficial.

When answering this question, highlight your leadership skills by discussing a specific project. Explain how you coordinated tasks, shared knowledge, and motivated your team to ensure project success while maintaining high-quality standards.

Discuss your approach to maintaining open communication with clients, addressing their concerns promptly, and following up after services are delivered. Emphasize the importance of understanding their needs and exceeding their expectations.

Talk about the resources you utilize, such as industry publications, professional certifications, and workshops. Mention any networks or forums where you engage with other professionals to share insights and stay informed of the latest trends.

Detail your hands-on experience with various tools like pressure diagnostic equipment and measuring devices. Provide examples of past projects that demonstrate your ability to effectively use these tools to conduct home assessments and implement energy-efficient upgrades.

Describe your conflict resolution skills by sharing a specific experience where you identified a problem, communicated with the parties involved, and devised a solution. Highlight the importance of collaboration and ensuring professional communication.

Discuss your passion for helping people save money on their energy bills and making a positive impact on the environment. Share how this motivates you to deliver high-quality services and inspire your team.

Emphasize the importance of assessment and planning. Describe how you would analyze the situation, consider potential solutions, and implement the best approach while ensuring safety is prioritized.

Discuss your familiarity with various insulation materials such as fiberglass and foam. Provide insight into the benefits and drawbacks of each and situations where you’ve successfully installed them.

Explain your commitment to following industry guidelines and performing thorough inspections of completed work. Discuss any certifications or training that emphasize your understanding of compliance protocols.

Share your admiration for PosiGen's mission and values. Discuss how you align with their goal of making solar energy accessible and helping underserved communities, and how you can contribute to that vision as an Energy Efficiency Lead Technician.