Senior Technical Lead (portland, Or)

Overview Senior Technical Lead. Reports to: Senior Manager, Programs. Location: Hybrid - Oregon; Portland-metro. Classification: Full-time, Non-exempt. Applications received by 3/01/2026 will be prioritized. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. About Earth Advantage Earth Advantage is a non-profit organization helping to advance a more informed and humane housing market. We work to ensure the US housing market recognizes the elements of homes that create climate risk and values the characteristics of homes that provide climate solutions. Our teams partner with entities across the country to develop tangible, systemic solutions for climate-friendly housing. Earth Advantage is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. We are committed to providing an inclusive, non-discriminatory, and welcoming environment for all staff members, partners, subcontractors, and vendors. We encourage individuals from Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, and LGBTQ+ backgrounds to apply. We are building a culture focused on sustainability. Learn more about us and our values on our website. Role Description Residential Quality Assurance (65%) Engage, support, and mentor residential energy efficiency contractors and installers participating in energy programs that serve primarily lower-income and historically disadvantaged households in Portland-metro, northern Willamette Valley, and northern Oregon coast. Provide initial project scope reviews to ensure appropriate specifications are in place before installation. Conduct in-field QA verifications and run diagnostic testing for multiple residential energy efficiency programs. Learn and implement standardized QA Provider processes, systems, and requirements. Provide one-on-one and group trainings to installers and trades, with a focus on HVAC, duct sealing, air sealing, insulation, and heat pump water heaters. Collaborate with Earth Advantage’s Senior Technical Advisor and Quality Assurance Manager to evaluate residential heat pump design and installation practices to ensure optimal performance of systems. Collaborate with Earth Advantage’s Senior Technical Advisor and Quality Assurance Manager to evaluate residential heat pump water heating installation practices to ensure optimal performance of systems. Represent Earth Advantage in interactions with installers, homeowners, and program partners. Provide feedback and mentoring on energy efficiency project specifications to organizational stakeholders and trade partners. Complete regular and timely QA reporting and follow-up with project stakeholders. Technical Consultant and Trainer (30%) Collaborate with Earth Advantage’s Senior Technical Advisor and Quality Assurance Manager to evaluate residential heat pump design and installation practices to ensure optimal performance of systems. Participate in delivering contractor training on energy efficiency topics, such as heat pump system selection, heat load calculations, duct sealing and testing, and heat pump water heater installation best practices. Participate in building science research projects that focus on a variety of residential energy and building science topics. Home Energy Score Quality Assurance (5%) Participate as a member of Earth Advantage’s Home Energy Score team. Conduct in-home and/or remote quality assurance reviews for multiple Home Energy Score programs. Perform accurate home energy assessments of single-family homes using US DOE Home Energy Score modeling protocol. Clearly communicate needed scoring corrections to the home energy assessor under review. Provide information about relevant Home Energy Score program requirements to home energy assessors on a one-on-one basis. Act as a conduit between home energy assessors, Home Energy Score Manager, and homeowner or homeowner’s representative. Respond to upcoming changes in program requirements, as necessary. Perform diagnostic testing as needed: blower door testing. Represent the Home Energy Score programs in the field and in written communication. Complete assessments and all associated forms, energy modeling, CRM data entry, and correspondence. Achieve prompt turnaround time on completed QA reports. Ensure scoring corrections are made by home energy assessors quickly after sending QA reports. Other duties may be required as needed. Qualifications Deep commitment to Earth Advantage's mission. Minimum 5 years of technical residential energy efficiency and/or home performance experience. Familiarity with residential energy modeling. Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and vehicle. Availability to work occasional weekends or evenings. Occasionally carry and maneuver bulky field equipment that weighs 30-40 lbs. Comfortable in confined spaces such as attics and crawlspaces. Preferred Qualifications Associate’s degree in building science or a Bachelor’s of Science degree. BPI Building Analyst Technician (BA-T) or Building Analyst Professional (BA-P) credentialing (current or past). Credentialing such as RESNET HERS Rater; Home Energy Score – Home Energy Assessor; LEED for Homes Green Rater; ENERGY STAR Verifier; Energy Trust of Oregon EPS Verifier. Proficiency with home energy assessment software, such as Snugg Pro, Home Energy Score, etc. Two+ years of experience delivering training to installation trades or as part of residential energy workforce development initiatives. Professional working knowledge of a second language is a plus. Compensation $76,000 - $90,000 annual compensation Benefits Earth Advantage offers an excellent benefit package including: 5 weeks Paid Time off 80% employer paid medical and dental premiums for staff and dependents (eligible 1st of the month after hire date) Deductible reimbursement program through our HRA Flexible Spending Account for medical, transit, parking and dependent care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401k plan with match Life insurance, short term and long term disability insurance Fully paid family leave 6 week sabbatical opportunity after 5 years To Apply Applications received by 03/01/2026 will be prioritized. Finalists must have eligibility to work in the US as Earth Advantage is not able to provide VISA sponsorship or have remote work outside of the US. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please submit the following materials to apply for this position (PDF or Word format). Resume (required) Cover letter detailing qualifications (optional) Three professional references (can provide on request, if preferred) Apply directly at our website OR email application materials to: At Earth Advantage we believe that climate change is a challenge that crosses boundaries of income, race, ethnicity, religion, age, abilities, geography, gender identities, sexual orientation, and disproportionately affects disadvantaged populations. We actively support and value diversity in company culture and in our partnerships with organizations and individuals to propel the building industry toward a socially, economically, and environmentally just future. #J-18808-Ljbffr