How to hire a home energy auditor

How to hire a home energy auditor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step home energy auditor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a home energy auditor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new home energy auditor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your home energy auditor job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a home energy auditor for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A home energy auditor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, home energy auditors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of home energy auditor salaries for various roles:

   Type of Home Energy Auditor	Description	Hourly rate
   Home Energy Auditor		$16-46
   Energy Consultant	An energy consultant is responsible for evaluating a company or household's energy consumption to identify alternatives that would minimize energy costs without compromising the quality of resources. Energy consultants analyze the clients' utility bills, inspect the equipment and machinery used for production, and strategizing energy plans to limit energy waste and costing... Show more	$26-56
   Auditor	An auditor is responsible for reviewing financial statements and making sure that the reports align with the accounting principles and legislative standards. Some of the important duties of an auditor are verifying the company's account statements, ensuring that the business is free from fraud and other unusual activities, providing recommendations to boost operations' performance, and creating financial reports for the board... Show more	$16-40

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • HVAC
   • Audit Reports
   • Energy Efficiency
   • Ventilation
   • BPI
   • Residential Homes
   • Building Science
   • Home Health
   • DOE
   • Renewable Energy
   • Blower Door
   • Safety Tests
   • Aerators
   • Mechanical Systems

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the collection, analysis and verification of managerial payroll information to detect fraud and/or unethical practices.
   • Locate, pothole, expose and remove service taps.
   • Work consist of in-service activities such as hot taps, anomaly digs, and reroutes.
   • Inspect homes for potential hazards such as asbestos, knob and tube wiring and HVAC hazards.
   • Perform a complete inspection of every system and component, including the electrical, HVAC and plumbing systems.
   • Reduce transaction time and improve Sarbanes-Oxley compliance by developing and implementing new, improve processes for identifying and eliminating obsolete inventory.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your home energy auditor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A home energy auditor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, home energy auditors' average salary in hawaii is 41% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level home energy auditors 65% less than senior-level home energy auditors.
   • Certifications. A home energy auditor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a home energy auditor's salary.

   Average home energy auditor salary

   $57,620yearly

   $27.70 hourly rate

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   Entry-level home energy auditor salary

   $34,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 15, 2026

4. Writing a home energy auditor job description

   A home energy auditor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a home energy auditor job description:

   Home energy auditor job description example

   JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.6 trillion and operations worldwide. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers and small business, commercial banking, financial transaction processing, and asset management. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, JPMorgan Chase & Co. serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is committed to providing a comprehensive set of benefits choices to meet different employee needs and lifestyles, which include choices such as fully paid parental leave time, health care insurance and retirement benefits.
   
   JPMorgan Chase Internal Audit is an independent function accountable to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, the Office of the Chairman, senior management and our global and local regulators. Internal Audit is comprised of more than 1,000 auditors, located in key locations across the globe, and is responsible for assessing the adequacy of the control environments across the firm's lines of business.
   
   Auto is a leading provider of auto financing and is one of the largest auto lenders in the U.S. It purchases auto loans and leases directly from dealers, makes auto loans directly to consumers through bank branches and chase.com, and provides commercial loans and floorplan financing to dealers. Home Lending offers purchase and refinance home loans to first-time and experienced homebuyers, helps customers access the equity in their homes, services residential mortgage loans, and provides affordable housing solutions to customers struggling with mortgage payments. Home Lending services more than 4 million mortgages with combined balances of more than $750 billion.
   
   JPMorgan Chase Internal Audit seeks an Auditor- Associate to participate in audit engagements to evaluate, test and report on the design and effectiveness of key controls.
   Responsibilities:
   Participate in audit engagements from planning to reporting Partner with colleagues and stakeholders to evaluate, test and report on the design and operating effectiveness of management's controls Communicate audit findings to management and identify opportunities for improvement Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with stakeholders, while providing independent challenge Build collaborative working environment with team members and peers, supporting a culture that encourages integrity, respect, excellence and innovation Stay up to date with evolving industry and regulatory developments impacting Home Lending and Auto Find ways to drive efficiencies in audit process through automation
   Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline 2 + years of internal audit, external audit, operational risk, regulatory or relevant business line/accounting experience. Prior experience with Big 4 accounting firm and/or internal audit department in financial services industry a plus Understanding of internal control concepts with the ability to evaluate and determine the adequacy of control design and operating effectiveness Ability to effectively and efficiently execute audit testing and complete audit workpaper documentation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical skills and ability to learn quickly Enthusiastic, self-motivated, effective under pressure, able to manage deadlines and multi-task Strong excel or Alteryx skills and experience with data analytics a plus CPA designation a plus
   
   JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
   
   We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
   
   The health and safety of our colleagues, candidates, clients and communities has been a top priority in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. JPMorgan Chase was awarded the "WELL Health-Safety Rating" for all of our 6,200 locations globally based on our operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to address a post-COVID-19 environment.
   
   As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find home energy auditors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your home energy auditor job on Zippia to find and recruit home energy auditor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting home energy auditors requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new home energy auditor

   Once you've decided on a perfect home energy auditor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new home energy auditor. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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