Energy Rater / HERS Rater - Sustainable Comfort - Rochester, NY

Posted: August 17, 2026

Energy Rater / HERS Rater - Rochester, NY

Apply on our website: https://sustainablecomfort.recruitee.com/o/energy-rater-hers-rater-1

Sustainable Comfort, Inc., a green building and energy efficiency consulting firm specializing in multifamily housing, is seeking an Energy Rater / HERS Rater to join our growing field team.

Ideal candidates will have experience in residential energy efficiency, building science, construction, engineering, weatherization, energy auditing, HVAC, or a related field. HERS Rater certification and direct building performance experience are preferred.

This is a field-focused role combining hands-on inspections and performance testing at multifamily construction sites with energy modeling, reporting, documentation, and project coordination. SCI works with programs including HERS, ENERGY STAR, LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, Passive House/Phius, state incentive programs, and energy code compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct field inspections at multifamily construction sites to evaluate energy efficiency and program compliance.
• Perform diagnostic testing, including blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation testing.
• Evaluate insulation, air sealing, HVAC, ventilation, and other energy-related building components.
• Prepare and support HERS energy models and review construction plans and project documentation.
• Document field observations, testing results, deficiencies, and required corrective actions.
• Communicate directly with contractors and project teams regarding inspection findings and program requirements.
• Coordinate site visits and track inspection and testing milestones throughout construction.
• Support projects working toward HERS, ENERGY STAR, LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, Passive House/Phius, and other energy-efficiency certifications and programs.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for candidates with a strong interest in building performance and a background in one or more of the following areas:

• Building science or residential energy efficiency
• HERS Ratings, energy auditing, weatherization, or BPI
• Residential or multifamily construction
• Construction inspection or QA/QC
• HVAC, ventilation, or other building systems
• Engineering or architecture
• Green building and energy-efficiency programs
  
  

HERS Rater certification and direct energy rating experience are preferred, but not required. Candidates with relevant experience who are interested in developing their building performance expertise are encouraged to apply. SCI provides company-paid training and certifications to support continued professional development. If you have a strong foundation in buildings, construction, engineering, or energy efficiency and are interested in building performance, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Relevant education, training, or professional experience in a related field.
• Strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn and apply technical standards, testing procedures, and program requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and interest in regularly working at active construction sites.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs and move equipment weighing up to 40 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available as required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
  
  

Preferred experience includes HERS certification or training, BPI credentials, diagnostic testing, energy modeling, residential or multifamily construction, energy auditing/weatherization, RESNET standards, and green building programs such as ENERGY STAR, LEED, Enterprise Green Communities, or Passive House/Phius.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $54,000–$78,000 annually, based on relevant experience, certifications, technical knowledge, and demonstrated skills.

SCI’s Compensation And Benefits Package Includes

• $7,200 annual health insurance reimbursement
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• $10,000 company-paid life insurance
• Company vehicle provided
• Unlimited paid time off
• Company-paid professional development, training, and certifications
• Opportunities for advancement
• Bonus opportunities
  
  

About Sustainable Comfort

Sustainable Comfort, Inc. is a green building and energy efficiency consulting firm specializing in multifamily housing. We work with development and construction teams throughout the Northeast to make buildings more efficient, sustainable, comfortable, and better performing.

Sustainable Comfort, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.