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Sustainable Energy and Transportation Specialist

Sustainable Energy and Transportation Specialist

Thompson Rivers UniversityBC, CA
30+ days ago
Job description

DUTIES

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensures the Energy Manager, Facilities and operational staff (as required) are aware of all energy efficiency and conservation incentive and education programs from utility providers.
  • Develops, evaluates and promotes programs and services related to both TRU Energy Management System and TRU’s Transportation Demand Management Strategy. Ensures the TRU website for both is engaging, up-to-date and effective.
  • Also help the Energy Manager to keep track and monitor TRU’s energy consumption and conduct necessary M&V, energy reporting and internal utility billings.
  • Explores, develops and recommends energy and transportation related projects to internal management including administration of related contracts, timelines and evaluation measures.
  • Implements energy and transportation projects and ensures that incentive programs are applied for, utilized where applicable, and necessary invoices are submitted as required.
  • Helps the Energy Manager complete BC Hydro’s Strategic Energy Management Plan. Helps coordinate / present any applicable employee awareness training.
  • Assists the Energy Manager in any other energy efficiency and conservation related initiatives and projects.
  • Provides assistance to TRU employees and students regarding transportation issues related to the offered programs.
  • Works with marketing staff members and use various means of communication to update the TRU community and the general public on various TDM and Energy related initiatives.
  • Coordinates surveys to internal and external stakeholders involving the TRU strategic sustainability goals related to energy and transportation.
  • Supervises work study and co-op students providing support for the Energy and TDM programs (when applicable).
  • Oversees best practices with utilized hardware and software programs in place to assist with current transportation programming.
  • Coordinates third-party maintenance – both scheduled and unforeseen – for all types of vehicles, including the maintenance of bicycle repair station.

REPORTS TO

Energy Manager

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION :

  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Building / Operations Management or energy-related equivalent level of education
  • EXPERIENCE :

  • Five (5) years of related work experience in the fields of energy management or energy efficiency and in a sustainability office or department in a public sector environment
  • Experience working in a post-secondary setting including knowledge of procurement procedures, RFP / RFB design and project management
  • Experience working with data base software and creating asset inventories
  • Experience related to energy efficiency (work / volunteer experience)
  • SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

  • Knowledge of energy efficient technologies
  • Experience with financial analyses, budget preparation, budget management and detailed report writing
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of fundamental issues related with progressive TDM programs
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to organize events and programs
  • Demonstrated skill in computer applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and desktop applications
  • Ability to work with databases and generate reports
  • Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with staff, students and members of the public
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and prioritize work while managing multiple diverse and competing priorities to meet deadlines
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Sitting at desk and computer for long periods of time
  • General office conditions
  • Occasionally visiting mechanical rooms / roof tops which involves :
  • Exposure to extremes of heat, cold, inclement weather, temperature fluctuations

  • Exposure to noise, dust, dirt, fumes, noxious odorous, poor ventilation, restrictive work areas
  • Climbing ladders
  • Travel required
  • Ability to lift up to 20 kg
  • The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.

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