HVAC Technical Specialist.

The HVAC Technical Specialist serves as a subject matter expert who manages from creation through delivery a segment of training and educational resources focused on HVAC topics.

This includes but is not limited to design (principally non-residential focused), controls, commissioning and operation with input from a Technical Advisory Committee including industry and stakeholders.

Additionally, the HVAC Technical Specialist collaborates with partners throughout the state to achieve client's and California's energy efficiency goals through collaboration with other training organizations.

The HVAC Coordinator will also assist the Home Performance Coordinator, the Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program, CSD Combustion Appliance Safety Testing (CAS) instructors, and Natural Gas Appliance Testing (NGAT) instructors with HVAC-related subject matter expertise on an as-needed basis.

Ideally the Coordinator possesses the unique talents to train others regarding the technical, efficiency, and code requirements of HVAC design, engineering, installation and commissioning in a customer focused team setting.

The HVAC Technical Specialist must be dedicated to good engineering, energy efficiency and practical solutions that meet the occupants' needs.

The ideal candidate has experience in electrification, HVAC design, engineering and installation as well as education and public speaking.

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, construction, or architecture or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to travel a minimum of 20% of the time.
• 4 years of relevant experience in HVAC design, engineering, construction, operation and/or HVAC installation fields.

• Valid California driver s license required or the ability to obtain one prior to start date.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrable work experience in the HVAC field (commercial experience preferred).
• Excellent presentation skills, including presentations to upper management.
• Thorough understanding of HVAC and electrification related terminology, technology, practice and codes.
• Ability to plan and execute a project while balancing multiple goals on a team.
• Familiarity with current HVAC technologies and their implementation including all-electric buildings.
• Excellent communication, writing, speaking, and customer relationship skills.
• Advanced degree in HVAC related fields or equivalent installation and design experience.
• Experience working with HVAC manufacturers in both commercial and residential design.
• Experience in commercial HVAC engineering, construction and energy efficiency community in California.
• Experience in developing, designing, and teaching technical curricula.
• Knowledge of California's Title 24 Part 6 Energy Standards.
• PE or C-20.

Responsibilities

• On-going delivery of HVAC related education curriculum, including a mutually agreed upon teaching schedule, as well as recruiting, onboarding, directing and evaluating third party instructors or consultants.
• Manage consultant contracts including initiating and managing agreements, approving invoices, forecasting cost, and preparing budgets for quarterly and annual planning
• Act as a liaison with HVAC industry, research, professional, and educational organizations