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Energy Assessment Tech

Career Overview

Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.


Career Outlook


Projections 2022-2030

New job opportunities are less likely in the future. With a
-3% Percent change.


2020 Employment

129,300

2030 Employment

125,600

What training is needed?

People starting in this career usually have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5 years or more work experience
  • 1 to 12 months on-the-job training

Programs that can prepare you for this career are:
  • Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector

What does a typical day look like?

  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
  • Assess the cost effectiveness of products, projects, or services.
  • Inspect facilities or equipment to ensure specifications are met.
  • Analyze risks related to investments in green technology.
  • Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.

This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 2055370
Any opinions, findings and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.