Energy Efficiency Representative

Energy Efficiency Representative

Description

Job Summary

The Energy Efficiency Representative exists to support the Company’s strategic objective of implementing the energy efficiency programs certified by the Georgia Public Service Commission (“GPSC”) as demand-side management (“DSM”) resources. The GPSC has placed energy savings target goals on these programs with the opportunity for the Company to achieve a significant financial incentive. The Field Technician creatively supports the implementation a broad range of energy savings activities to the benefit of the customers of Georgia Power.

Job Requirements

• Undergraduate degree preferred

• Travel in-state (GPC region partners) and nationally (1-3 times per year) required

• In-depth knowledge of building science, energy rating systems (HERS), energy audits (BPI), and energy simulations as they apply to single- and multi-family construction

• Technical aptitude to successfully obtain Building Performance Institute (BPI) certification within six months of accepting position

• Proven understanding of state building codes and residential construction practices, with the ability to comprehend current and future market impacts

• Working knowledge of commercial HVAC and cooking equipment, including Energy Star designation

• Clear understanding/ability to communicate applicable DSM programs

• Strong grasp of emerging technologies

• Experience working with utility sponsored marketing programs preferred

• Georgia Power region or comparable territory-based experience preferred

• Broad, strategic understanding of the Company’s operations, policies, and procedures

• Excellent communication skills – written, oral, and interpersonal (including public speaking to varied audiences)

• Experience managing multiple projects and working with multiple stakeholders simultaneously

• Ability to motivate and influence without positional leadership

• Ability to build and maintain highly effective internal and external relationships

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and self-directed

• Ability to lift or carry equipment up to 50 lbs.

• Possess a valid GA driver’s license

Job Responsibilities

• Perform statewide Building Performance Institute (BPI) level energy audits in support of the Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP) and Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP)

• Input data captured during audit into modeling software to simulate energy efficiency improvements for customer recommendations

• Maintain statewide relationships with third-party contractors to complete direct install and advanced level energy efficiency measures (smart thermostats, LED bulbs, water heater jacket, attic insulation, HVAC repair or replacement, air sealing, etc.)

• Establish and manage necessary quality assurance and verification protocol for assuring compliant program participation

• Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) audits of contractor work to ensure work has been performed as reported to GPC

• Responsible for GPSC-mandated targets being met

• Partner with corporate and region teams to achieve program targets

• Program Results – Partner with the Energy Efficiency Reporting Team to track and report program metrics (participation levels, energy and demand savings, program costs, QA/QC results, etc.)

• Assist in the development of detailed progress reports to meet all internal and external reporting requirements. Help ensure accuracy of information.

• Program Evaluations – Help develop evaluation protocols to measure program success

• Customer Satisfaction – Increase customer satisfaction through successful implementation of the regulatory certified energy efficiency programs and other company offerings

• Budget – Help manage the energy efficiency program costs and manage the successful implementation of the programs to achieve an additional sum (increased earnings opportunity for the Company)

• External Representation – Serve as the Company’s expert to customers, industry and trade associations and other stakeholders relating to regulatory, legislative and energy efficiency topics

• Maintain strategic knowledge of industry and program trends, impacts, resources, and best practices

Behavioral Attributes

• Role model of Our Values and Safety Excellence

• Team player with strong interpersonal skills

• High level of intellectual curiosity

• Possesses a positive, customer-first attitude

• Takes initiative and personal responsibility

• Highly motivated and works well with minimal supervision

• Demonstrated sense of urgency in fulfilling multiple requests in a fast-paced environment

Subject to the Georgia Power Company Smoke Free Workplace Policy: You must be free from all tobacco products (including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chew, snuff, patch and/or gum), at least six months prior to applying for this position.

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America’s premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company’s promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia’s 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com at http://www.georgiapower.com/ and connect with the Company on Facebook ( Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower ), Twitter ( Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower ) and Instagram ( Instagram.com/ga_power ).

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Job Field: Sales & Marketing

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Operating Company: Georgia Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to…): Yes, 50 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Georgia Power Headquarters – 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)

241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE

Atlanta, 30308

Req ID: GPC2007475