Climate Corps~27d ago

Energy Efficiency Associate - Central Plant

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Key Responsibilities

conceptual skills around mechanical interactions. An engineering field with a general understanding of sustainability concepts.

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SEI’s Climate Corps Fellowship program offers the chance to lead impactful climate and community resilience projects while gaining paid, hands-on experience. This full-time, bridge-to-career opportunity pairs fellows with host organizations, from local governments to nonprofits and businesses, to drive real-world change.

About the Opportunity

What We Offer

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✓Mentorship by a team that has reduced GHG by 75% since 2018.

✓Possibility of attending ASHRAE conferences and networking.

✓Skyspark analytic training.

✓Support continuous building efficiency improvement efforts while also learning how to use advanced building analytics (Skyspark).

✓Compiling data for presentations, projects, pilots, administration, and the CSU Chancellor's Office.

✓Retro commissioning and fine-tuning of information systems and data related to energy operations.

✓Create detailed maps with building meter locations based on GPS coordinates.

✓Assist with the direct project management of energy efficiency projects in campus buildings.

✓Engagement with campus users to support energy commissioning efforts of existing systems.

✓Develop marketing resources and best practice-sharing materials based on project successes.

✓Support presentations of data results for public speaking events, conferences, LinkedIn, etc.

✓Support campus tours and presentations (e.g., Disney, SoCal AQMD, ASHRAE, Japan SASHAE, Edison).

✓Proven ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical, effective solutions within a fast-paced operational environment.

✓Strong analytical skills with the ability to anticipate how specific actions or changes impact broader workflows and outcomes.

✓Strong mechanical engineering understanding: conceptual skills around mechanical interactions.

✓An engineering field with a general understanding of sustainability concepts.

✓Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to track projects, take meeting notes, and learn different forms of software.

✓Willingness to ask questions and engage with diverse audiences, deliver presentations, and communicate complex information in a clear and approachable manner.

✓The ability to work onsite on a full-time basis. This position requires the employee to be physically located within commuting distance of the site location at the time of hire. Only candidates currently residing within commuting distance of the site address will be considered.

✓Commitment to a fair workplace that honors the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals.

✓Authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship (SEI is unable to sponsor visas).

✓May require occasional moving about to accomplish tasks, moving from one worksite to another, or adjusting or moving objects under 25-50 pounds in all directions.

✓Must be 18 years or older to apply.

✓A fixed, monthly stipend of $3450.

✓$1000 end-of-program financial award.

✓Health care coverage with 100% of health care insurance premiums covered by SEI.

✓Fellows receive 10 personal days for a standard 10-month fellowship (prorated for longer terms), which may be used for vacation or sick time. Additionally, Fellows follow their partner site's holiday schedule to observe the same holidays as their team.

✓Comprehensive career-readiness training, including interview prep, salary negotiation, and resume building.

✓Panels, workshops, and networking with climate resilience industry professionals.

✓Professional networking and learning opportunities.

✓The University of California Climate Stewards Certification equips you to lead community and ecosystem resilience initiatives.

Climate Corps, a program of SEI, is an award-winning fellowship designed to prepare the next generation of leaders in sustainability and climate action. Our fellows work on cutting-edge sustainability and resiliency projects with local governments, nonprofits, and businesses, building essential skills and creating real-world impact. Since 2010, Climate Corps has empowered over 800 Fellows to work with 500+ partners on 1,350 transformative projects. With nearly 99% of Fellows continuing careers in sustainability, you could be the next environmental leader shaping a better future!

SEI is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to uplifting the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals. We believe that a wide array of perspectives contributes to creative climate solutions where all communities can thrive. We strive for a workforce that reflects the communities we partner with and serve, especially those most impacted by climate change and environmental, social, and economic injustice. We welcome candidates who share SEI’s commitment to cultivating a people-centered work environment. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

By applying to the Climate Corps Fellowship, you'll automatically be considered for all relevant positions. Apply only once to the position in your geographic region that best matches your background.