Occupation information for Energy Auditors District Of Columbia

description

Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.

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details

Currently Employed: 380

Projected Annual Job Openings: 40

Typical Hourly Wage: $34.81 - $51.82

Typical Annual Salary: $72,400 - $107,790

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: 5 years or more work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Identify and prioritize energy-saving measures.
  • Prepare audit reports containing energy analysis results or recommendations for energy cost savings.
  • Identify any health or safety issues related to planned weatherization projects.
  • Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of building or process systems.
  • Calculate potential for energy savings.
  • Inspect or evaluate building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or process systems to determine the energy consumption of each system.
  • Analyze technical feasibility of energy-saving measures, using knowledge of engineering, energy production, energy use, construction, maintenance, system operation, or process systems.
  • Examine commercial sites to determine the feasibility of installing equipment that allows building management systems to reduce electricity consumption during peak demand periods.
  • Recommend energy-efficient technologies or alternate energy sources.
  • Collect and analyze field data related to energy usage.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Air velocity and temperature monitors
  • Anemometers
  • Carbon monoxide analyzer
  • Catalytic combustion analyzers
  • Leak testing equipment

Technology:
  • Analytical or scientific software
  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • Customer relationship management CRM software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Object or component oriented development software