Site Inspector

Willdan is one of the nation's preeminent providers of specialized energy, water, and resource management services to a growing list of clients that includes utilities, local and federal governments, hospitals, schools, and private enterprises. Our portfolio of services includes marketing and engineering, program management, implementation of energy efficiency and water conservation programs and development, and implementation of information systems for the energy industry. Our expertise also covers hardware retrofits, commissioning and retro-commissioning, demonstrations of new technologies, energy efficiency education/outreach, sustainability strategy, and local government partnerships.

Willdan Lighting & Electric, a division of Willdan Group Inc., is seeking a Site Inspector to work on energy efficiency programs and projects in New Jersey. The site inspector will enforce the company's quality and safety standards on installation crews.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspecting and analyzing building envelope, HVAC systems, heating systems, electrical, plumbing and all other aspects of building characteristics that may be considered for home improvement, with an emphasis on energy efficiency.
• Conducting diagnostic testing on audited homes; including blower door test, and combustion analysis on homes containing combustible appliances and or heating systems.
• Developing and writing energy audit reports as well as corresponding scopes of work for energy efficiency retrofits with savings to investment ratios.
• Assisting with smooth and orderly administration of programs with timeliness of completing paperwork, maintaining client files, data entry, and phone calls.
• Performing inspections of work completed by contractors to ensure for quality and completion.
• Observe work performed for compliance and assure all work is accomplished which includes accessing attics and crawlspaces.
• Utilizing knowledge of International Mechanical and Building Codes.
• Attending trainings to obtain certification requirements, learn new innovative technology and incorporate new methods in our delivery of weatherization services.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Energy Management & System Technology, or closely related field in Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of lighting and electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, operation including HVAC systems and refrigeration.
• Must have a valid driver's license and dependable transportation to and from project sites.
• Strong customer service orientation, with extensive experience in effectively addressing and resolving issues.
• Ability to proactively monitor and adjust activities to respond to changing circumstances and priorities to meet goals, proactively address issues as they arise and mitigate risks associated to events.
• Must be able to relate to and communicate effectively with construction, HVAC, plumbing and heating, and other construction trade personnel.
• Must be available for some client-required evening or weekend appointments.
• OSHA 10 certification at minimum.
• Computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Access, Word, Excel, and Outlook) is required.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.