Energy Advisor Specialist

As an Energy Advisor Specialist, you play a critical role in supporting the delivery of energy efficiency initiatives to business customers. Responsibilities include engaging with customers and contractors to promote energy-savings opportunities, analyzing data to identify prospects, documenting program activity, creating reports, shadowing senior energy advisors in the field, and conducting project inspections.

Responsibilities: 

• Customer & Contractor Outreach: Assist the Energy Advisor team in engaging contractors and business customers to identify and promote energy efficiency savings opportunities
• Field Support: Shadow senior energy advisors during industrial and small business site visits and perform project inspections to ensure program standards and quality are being met
• Data-Driven Insights: Analyze customer and contractor data to identify prospects and opportunities for deeper program participation
• Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with contractors to gather feedback and identify areas for enhancing program processes and results
• Program Reporting: Create detailed reports on program participation, performance metrics, and outreach results, while maintaining accurate records in Salesforce and cloud storage systems
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build relationships with manufacturers, sales organizations, contractors, and other stakeholders to support program objectives
• Strategic Initiatives: Assist with various special projects and initiatives that arise during the program year

Skills and Qualifications:

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and proactively manage tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Sharepoint)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and resolve project challenges effectively

Preferred Experience:

• 2-3 years of experience in energy efficiency, utility services, or business operations
• Familiarity with energy efficiency programs, electric/gas utilities, or the trades
• Knowledge of industrial processes, supply chain logistics, or business operations is a plus
• Previous experience working with contractors, manufacturers, or energy services

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (preferred) OR High School Diploma with significant related experience

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Must be comfortable driving and sitting for extended periods
• Must be willing to travel frequently (including up to 3 overnight stays per year)
• Preferred candidates will be based in southwestern Illinois, with regular team meetings held at the client's office in Collinsville, IL, to support collaboration and on-site engagement

Why This Role:

This position offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in energy efficiency program delivery, gain hands-on experience in the field, and contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives. The role is designed for professionals eager to learn, grow, and develop their expertise in the utility and energy efficiency market. If you are passionate about saving energy, building relationships, and driving impactful results, this is the role for you!

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