We are seeking an Energy Monitoring Technician

The Energy Monitoring Technician (EMT) is responsible for building, overseeing installation, and maintaining a network of energy monitoring equipment for customers participating in our Corporate Energy Management (CEM) program.  They are also responsible to manage requests, program data loggers, test sensors, ship, and download data for our Cascade data logging requests.  In both functions, the EMT provides customer service to ensure the equipment is functioning properly and provides troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues promptly. Also this role will assist in the management of cellular data plans, sizes, costs, and working with vendors to maintain inventory on parts and guiding customers through remote installations.

At Cascade Energy, we believe in better.  We come to work every day with a drive for continuous improvement, and we dedicate ourselves to making industrial energy efficiency happen in smart, measurable, and sustained ways.  We offer utilities and industrial facilities novel ways to meet their sustainability, emission reduction, and energy savings goals.  We specialize in energy efficiency program design and implementation; carbon tracking and report; scope 1,2, and 3 consulting services, energy efficiency engineering; energy management software, and hands-on training and coaching.  Our reputation for stellar, high-quality work has expanded our reach throughout North America to serve clients ranging in size from small up to Fortune 500 companies in their pursuit of wide-ranging decarbonization and energy savings objectives.  Cascade has offices in Oregon, Washington, Utah, Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, California, and the Northeast region.

As a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP), Cascadians foster and value a culture of equals, initiative, and ownership.  Our teams reflect our core company values: Do the Right Thing; Put Others First; Seek Shared Success; Learn Constantly; and Be Industrious.  Our customers are vitally important to us, and we pride ourselves on stellar customer service.  Our team members are a dedicated and diverse group of ambassadors, representing Cascade Energy, striving to embody our values, ensure we are responsive, and consistently delighting our customers.

In alignment with our values and doing better, Cascade Energy celebrates and values diversity as vital for increased creativity and innovation and faster problem solving, and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, free of discrimination and harassment.  Learn more about DEIA at Cascade by visiting cascadeenergy.com/deia.

Cascade promotes a healthy work-life balance and appreciates employee contribution in all areas. We walk the talk about our commitment to learning constantly, with a focus on the ongoing development of every team member. Cascade is a strong supporter of flexible working arrangements, and offers role-dependent options for remote, hybrid, and in-office work.

What You Will Be Doing:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Correspond with and track responses from customer and utilities regarding the energy monitoring hardware, communication connections, installation and upgrades.
• Track and manage communications and interactions with customers and internal Cascadian’s within the Cascade systems. (ASANA, OneNote, Sharepoint)
• Package, label, notify and coordinate shipments of energy monitoring  & data logging equipment to customers according to the schedule.
• Build and assemble all types of energy monitoring modules for the Corporate Energy Management group.
• Parts purchasing, configuration, shipping, installation oversight, and remote troubleshooting support for energy monitoring systems.
• Remotely working with customers or installing contractors to guide them through installation of the monitoring modules.
• Assemble electrical enclosures using basic manufacturing skills, including drilling, and tapping steel backing plates, mounting components, configuring the equipment, and running tests to ensure functionality.
• Remotely monitor health and status of cellular points and energy monitoring system deployed at customer facilities.
• Provide support and work toward closure on a number of issues or project tasks at any given time.
• Collaborate with CEM team to development and sustain Tableau reports in order to pinpoint trouble spots.
• Identification of recurring device health issues and provide path to ongoing resolution.
• Perform data logging system support, through the assembly, programming, testing, shipping, downloading data, and return of data logging equipment for Cascade.
• Troubleshoot and repair basic data logging sensors and loggers.
• Manage data logging requests, resolve scheduling issues, and fulfill requests.
• Maintain data logger inventory, replace failed units, ensure units returned from customers, and issues PO’s for replacement units per data logger budget Maintain the organization of the hardware work area, testing, and shipping areas
• Completion of quarterly ROCK assignments to improve our CEM department and hardware team operational, systems, and technical functions.
• Completion of internal electrical system safety training courses, and timely completion of monthly safety training refresher courses.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position located in Portland Oregon. Must be able to be in our downtown office 1-5 days per week, as workload demands.

Qualifications

Applicants for this role are required to have:

• High School Diploma (required), associate’s degree or higher (preferred).
• Must be 18 years of age or older

A successful candidate should also demonstrate these preferred characteristics and/or skills:

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, electronics, IT (networks, routing, VPN) a plus.

For candidates whose experience may not align perfectly with all these preferred skills but can see themselves adding value in this role, we encourage you to still apply. Cascade is dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace and places strong import on learning and development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Our total rewards include competitive pay and excellent benefits. These include health (90% paid for team member, 70% paid for dependents on HDHP plans and 85% paid for team member, 65% paid for dependents on PPO plans),  vision, FSA or HSA options with an employer contribution, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid parental leave, 401k retirement plan with a guaranteed 3% contribution, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), annual cash performance bonus, paid vacation, sick time, and an inclusive, flexible paid holiday policy, wellbeing contribution of $500 for HSA, FSA, or LSA (Lifestyle Spending Account).

The hourly pay range for this non-exempt position in Portland Oregon is $21.49 - $26.30/hour. However, final salary offered may vary depending on non-discriminatory factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experiences, and geographical location if different than the above. However, final salary offered may vary depending on non-discriminatory factors such as job-related knowledge, skills and experiences, and geographical location if different than the above.  

Please submit a current resume (PDF). We would also appreciate a letter of interest (PDF) describing why our team or the position resonates with you, and how your experience makes you a great choice for the role. If you submit a letter, please combine it with your resume in one PDF document.

• Please, no phone calls.
• Please, no outside recruiters or agencies.
• Cascade Energy is not able to provide sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S., which includes OPT.

AAP/EEO Statement

Cascade is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion and religious practices, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or family, marital, or veteran status. To request a reasonable accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact the Cascade recruiter.

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