Trainer

The Trainer position delivers weatherization and building science training to agencies that provide Department of Energy (DOE) weatherization assistance programs. Weekly courses are taught to train professionals in the implementation of weatherization projects in classroom, lab, and field settings. With duties of a professional nature, this position reviews, trains, and proctors tests on the DOE weatherization assistance program, which provides energy audits and energy-efficient upgrades. This Trainer position is ideal for those who are energized in a learning environment, willing to travel nationally, have an engaging presence, and find it rewarding to train and transplant new knowledge to adult learners. Applicants who may be inexperienced in building science but willing to learn will receive onsite training at our Christiansburg, VA Training Center two or more times a month for 6 to 8 months. Working hours may vary with project loads, but customary business hours are Monday – Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break. Overnight and daytime travel is required, as well as occasional evening and weekend hours. Salary ranges from $56,000 to $72,000 depending on skills and experience. 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides Building Science and Energy Efficiency classroom and field training for clients and funders
• Trains others to perform energy audits, inspections, and quality assurance assessments using diagnostic equipment, to include the Blower Door, Duct Blaster, Pressure Pan, CO Analyzer, Infrared Camera, and National Energy Audit (NEAT) and Mobile Home Energy Audit (MHEA) tools.
• Proctors Building Performance Institute certification exams following required guidelines.
• Provides technical assistance to Weatherization agency network clients via phone.
• Responsible for the design, implementation, and delivery of special projects.
• Perform other essential functions as assigned by supervisor.

 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to interact and communicate with internal and external stakeholders (CHP employees, funders, students, etc.).
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate information effectively in front of diverse student groups.
• Ability to accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions as required to direct training.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive student situations.
• Ability to troubleshoot with technicians and research solutions as required.
• Good working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software, with a willingness to master new software applications.
• Ability to operate computers and standard presentation/AV equipment.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record consistent with current CHP insurability guidelines.

 Education and/or Experience

• High School degree or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in Construction Trades/Building Technology, Energy Efficiency, or related field preferred. 
• 2 years or more of classroom or field training experience preferred.
• Baltimore trainers must be BPI Certified in EA and QCI or have the ability to do so within 3 months 

This a 40-hour week position. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including generous paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, health, dental, life, vision, AFLAC, and disability insurance; a retirement plan with company contribution; and much more. 

To learn more about  CHP's employee benefits, please click this link  www.communityhousingpartners.org/benefits. 

Community Housing Partners (CHP) values the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives among our employees, residents, and partners. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve and allows us to better serve our mission. CHP is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled, other protected, recently separated, or Armed Forces Service Medal veteran.  CHP is also committed to an equitable hiring process, and we will provide accommodations in all aspects of that process. If you require accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our recruiting team at recruiting@chpc2.org or (540) 299-5477  (phone), (877) 54-8049 (fax) or 711 (TTY/TDD).

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES
 Please note that Community Housing Partners (CHP) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, CHP will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, CHP explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Community Housing Partners.

Salary : $56,000 - $72,000