{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:51.438Z","occupation":{"soc":"47-4011.01","title":"Energy Auditors","group":"Construction & Extraction","sector":"23","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers residential, commercial, and light-industrial energy audit practice — from supervised field inspections and data collection through autonomous systems evaluation and organizational program leadership.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Building envelope components such as walls, windows, and insulation — identify and describe under direct supervisor guidance during introductory field inspections.","Basic energy-consumption data — collect and record using standard forms and checklists while shadowing a senior auditor on residential or light-commercial sites.","Mechanical and electrical systems in simple buildings — recognize and categorize by function under close supervision during structured walkthroughs.","Health and safety hazards related to weatherization work — identify common risks such as mold, asbestos, or combustion appliances following established safety protocols.","Simple energy savings calculations — perform using provided formulas and spreadsheet templates under direct oversight on single-family residential projects.","Energy audit software and data entry interfaces — operate basic functions to log field measurements and retrieve building records with guidance from experienced staff.","Audit report templates — populate with field-collected data and draft preliminary findings under direct review by a senior auditor.","Customer and building-owner interactions — conduct courteous introductory conversations to explain the audit process and gather baseline utility information.","Priority energy-saving opportunities — recognize obvious measures such as air sealing or lighting upgrades by applying training criteria to straightforward residential cases.","Engineering and construction terminology — read and comprehend standard technical documents, equipment specifications, and utility bills relevant to entry-level audit assignments."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Energy-saving measures across residential and small commercial buildings — identify, rank, and prioritize based on cost-effectiveness and feasibility with limited supervisory review.","Mechanical, electrical, and building envelope systems — inspect and evaluate independently to determine energy consumption patterns on routine commercial and multifamily sites.","Audit reports with energy analysis results and cost-saving recommendations — prepare clearly written documents that meet program requirements and client expectations without close oversight.","Potential energy savings — calculate using industry-standard tools and software such as blower door results, utility bill analysis, and energy modeling inputs on familiar building types.","Technical feasibility of weatherization measures — analyze by applying knowledge of construction, mechanical systems, and local energy costs in standard audit contexts.","Health and safety concerns including combustion safety, moisture issues, and electrical hazards — assess and document before recommending weatherization measures on occupied residential properties.","Building management system controls and demand-response equipment — examine on commercial sites and evaluate whether installation could reduce peak electricity consumption.","Maintenance and operational improvements — identify and communicate practical recommendations for HVAC, lighting, and process systems to facility managers during routine audits.","Geographic information and database software — use to retrieve building records, map audit sites, and track program progress across an assigned portfolio of properties.","Client communication — deliver verbal explanations of audit findings using clear, non-technical language adapted to homeowner or small-business-owner audiences."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex energy-saving measures across diverse building types — identify, validate, and prioritize autonomously using engineering judgment, energy production data, and lifecycle cost analysis.","Building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and process systems — inspect and evaluate comprehensively on large commercial or industrial facilities to produce detailed consumption profiles.","Technical feasibility of advanced efficiency upgrades — analyze independently by integrating knowledge of thermodynamics, engineering, construction methods, and system interdependencies.","Comprehensive audit reports with actionable recommendations — author professionally for varied stakeholders including property owners, utilities, and government program administrators.","Energy savings potential — calculate using analytical and simulation software with high accuracy, validating model assumptions against measured field data on non-routine projects.","Peak-demand reduction opportunities — examine commercial sites and determine the technical and economic feasibility of demand-response equipment and smart building system integration.","Non-routine health and safety scenarios — evaluate and resolve including complex combustion safety failures, hazardous materials presence, and structural concerns affecting weatherization scope.","Operation and maintenance improvements — identify systemic inefficiencies in building or process systems and develop detailed corrective recommendations independently.","Systems analysis and evaluation methods — apply to assess whole-building energy performance, diagnose root causes of inefficiency, and validate post-retrofit savings across a project portfolio.","Mathematical and engineering modeling — execute advanced calculations for heat load, infiltration, lighting power density, and equipment efficiency ratings to support audit findings."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organization-wide audit methodology and quality standards — develop, document, and implement to ensure consistency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance across all audit programs.","Energy efficiency strategy for large-scale commercial or utility portfolios — lead development of multi-year roadmaps that align audit findings with capital planning and sustainability goals.","Technical staff and junior auditors — mentor, train, and evaluate using structured learning strategies and field coaching to build organizational audit capacity.","Energy audit program performance — monitor systemically across dozens of projects, identify trends and systemic gaps, and direct corrective action at the program level.","Stakeholder and executive audiences — persuade and influence through authoritative presentations of audit results, policy implications, and investment-grade recommendations.","Cross-functional coordination — lead collaboration among engineers, contractors, utility program managers, and government agencies to execute large-scale energy efficiency initiatives.","Emerging technologies and best practices — evaluate and integrate into organizational audit frameworks, including advanced building analytics, IoT sensors, and AI-driven energy modeling platforms.","Peak-demand and grid-interactive building programs — design participation strategies for commercial clients and represent the organization in utility or regulatory program negotiations.","Enterprise data systems including ERP, CRM, and GIS platforms — oversee configuration and use to track audit pipelines, measure program outcomes, and report portfolio-level energy savings.","Policy and market context for energy efficiency — analyze regulatory, economic, and technological trends to position the organization's audit services and advise senior leadership on strategic direction."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 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