Overview:

DEADLINE(S):

Positions have been filled.

AVAILABILITY:

Positions will be filled by individuals who have demonstrated leadership skills in vocational training or education, an interest in energy conservation, renewable energy, sustainable living, and/or environmental job opportunities. Positions are available on the island of Oahu. The YEAH Program is scheduled to begin in Fall 2011 and run until December 2011 with anticipated program extension into 2012.

POSITION INFORMATION:

The primary responsibility of YEAH Field Supervisor(s), is to maximize the learning experience of members in a safe environment through support of program goals.  YEAH Program Field Supervisor(s) will also be responsible for driving the members to assessment/audit sites (in program provided vehicles, sometimes off‐road), supervising members in field projects, and making sure that project tools and equipment are prepared for upcoming activities. The YEAH Field Supervisor will also assist the program coordinator in coordinating and planning member schedules. They must also keep a record of the member progress and work efforts.

Through YEAH, field supervisor(s) will gain a basic understanding of energy auditing techniques and best practices. While actively participating in energy auditing efforts throughout Oahu.  Field Supervisors will be YEAH’s on the ground liaison between audit consultant(s), YEAH members, and residential customers.

Field Supervisor positions offered through Kupu will consist of introduction to energy auditing orientation, and 8-19 hour/per/wk commitments to facilitate YEAH members home energy audits with some hours falling on weekends. Applicants will need to have at least 8 hours available during these times throughout the entire program period. This is not a residential program and participants must provide their own housing and transportation.

BENEFITS:

Participants will gain valuable training throughout the program and will meet and learn from industry leaders who work in the fields of energy auditing, energy conservation, water conservation, and sustainable living. In addition, they will gain career experience in the ‘green job’ industry, learn about conservation and energy issues facing Hawai’i, gain knowledge in sustainable practices, learn useful skills relevant to Hawaii’s green job sector, and develop professional skills necessary for advancement in energy conservation and other fields. Participants will be part of an innovative study of Hawaii’s energy consumption – making initial steps to bigger campaigns for ‘energy conservation here in the islands’.

• Free Energy Assessment Training ($650+ value)
• Hands-on experience in sustainability sector.
• An opportunity to work alongside premiere energy conservationists.
• Learning about sustainability practices and energy and water conservation.
• Paid Wage ($9-$11+ per hour)
  

APPLICANT CRITERIA:

• Adults 21 years old or more, may apply for a Field Supervisor position.
• A sincere interest in youth development, energy conservation, renewable energy and green job training opportunities a plus.
• Must have all current and proper paperwork to be working in the U.S.
• Positions are available on Oahu.
• The program starts in Fall 2011 and ends in December 2011 with program extension possible into 2012.