Energy Savings Assistance Field Trainor at Resource Innovations

San Francisco, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Energy Efficiency, Training, Contractor Management, Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement, Data Analysis, Communication, Project Management, Technical Guidance, Customer Satisfaction, Safety Compliance, Process Improvement, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Inspection

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Resource Innovations is seeking an Energy Savings Assistance Program (ESAP) Field Trainer to join our growing team in California. This role provides hands-on training, technical guidance, and field support to weatherization contractors delivering ESAP services in PG&E territory. ESAP is an income-qualified program that helps residents improve home comfort, health, safety, and energy savings through weatherization upgrades, appliance replacements, and home repairs. The Field Trainer should bring strong experience working directly with contractors and installing energy-efficient equipment. In this role, you will partner closely with the Field and Program Delivery teams to interpret program and equipment requirements, support quality assurance and quality control activities, and contribute to contractor performance improvement efforts. This position plays a key role in strengthening contractor engagement, improving utility client KPIs, and ensuring work is completed safely and to program standards. Experience with utility programs and/or the energy-efficiency sector is highly preferred. Additional responsibilities include maintaining strong contractor relationships, monitoring inspection performance metrics, supporting and delivering training initiatives, conducting onsite ride-alongs, and verifying the quality of customer education and installation practices. The Field Trainer will also ensure that contractors follow all safety requirements and program guidelines in customer homes. This is a home-based role that requires daily travel throughout the assigned territory. Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we're constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we're leading the charge to power change. Duties: Field Engagement: Build and strengthen strategic contractor relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and identifying opportunities to enhance performance and advance program goals. Program Execution: Collaborate with program teams to develop strategies that align with evolving objectives, KPIs, regulatory requirements, and market conditions. Training & Capacity Building: Design and deliver targeted training initiatives that support high-quality installations, contractor performance improvement, and strong customer satisfaction. Ride-Alongs: Conduct onsite ride-alongs to reinforce training, assess performance, and provide real-time coaching. Performance Improvement: Partner with contractors to address challenges, improve outcomes, and drive consistent success across the program. Program Management: Translate client and program priorities into actionable work plans, ensuring projects are innovative, high-quality, compliant, and delivered on schedule. Quality Assurance: Ensure contractor compliance, service quality, and achievement of performance metrics across multiple concurrent projects. Issue Resolution: Respond quickly to contractor or program concerns, maintaining confidence and long-term partnership. Process Improvement: Recommend and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and results. Data & Reporting: Analyze performance data, utilize Microsoft Office and Salesforce, and complete required electronic reports. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Two years of college or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to travel up to 80% within the Bay Area and other parts of PG&E’s service territory. 5+ years of energy efficiency industry experience with strong knowledge of the contractor landscape and networks. Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and work effectively with diverse individuals and businesses. Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Strong interest in sustainability, energy efficiency, and supporting the organization’s mission. NGAT (Natural Gas Appliance Testing Technician) certification. Valid California driver’s license, clean driving record, and required auto insurance. Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and web-based applications. Preferred Qualifications Experience performing inspections and delivering technical training. 3+ years of experience working with residential contractors, preferably within energy efficiency programs. Experience using a Salesforce-based CRM. Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a track record of successful project management. About Resource Innovations Resource Innovations (RI) is a women-led energy transformation firm focused on impact. Building on our expertise in energy efficiency, we’re constantly expanding our portfolio of clean energy solutions to guide utilities through increasingly complex, connected challenges. Load flexibility. Electrification. Carbon reduction. With every step, we’re leading the charge to power change. Resource Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Resource Innovations complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company does work. Compensation & Benefits Resource Innovations offers competitive salaries based on a candidate's skills, experience and qualifications for the position. The compensation range for the base salary for this position is $55,000 - $80,000. In addition to base pay, employees are eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. The stated salary represents the expected compensation for this position. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, education and location. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes three weeks of paid vacation per year; paid holidays; a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer matching; health, dental and vision insurance; and other supplemental benefits. Employment with Resource Innovations is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check and reference check. If applicable to the position, a pre-employment drug screen may also be required. The above job description and job requirements are not intended to be all inclusive. Resource Innovations retains the right to make changes or adjustments to job descriptions and/or job requirements at any time without notice.

Responsibilities

The Energy Savings Assistance Program Field Trainer provides hands-on training and technical guidance to weatherization contractors. This role focuses on improving contractor performance and ensuring compliance with program standards.