Energy and Sustainability Associate

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.Caltech Sustainability is looking for an Energy and Sustainability Associate to facilitate the development of the Energy and Water Benchmarking program. This employee will primarily be responsible for building out Caltech’s energy data repository in Energy Star Portfolio Manager, using data supplied by Caltech Sustainability. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Sustainability.Essential Job DutiesConsult with sustainability, energy services, facilities, and other relevant Caltech departments on supportive measures for energy initiativesEnter data into Energy Star Portfolio Manager using the supplied metering data for campus utilitiesAssess lab buildings and offer suggestions to labs for reducing energy consumptionReport to Assistant Director of SustainabilityParticipate in other energy and water efforts as neededBasic QualificationsWorking towards the completion of a high school diploma or higher educationThis occasional staff role offers variable hours, depending on departmental needs. Weekly hours may fluctuate between 4 and 16, with an expected average of about 10 hoursKnowledge of data entry processesDemonstrated passion for sustainability effortsAttention to detailGood networking skillsLeadership experience and attitudeAbility to work independentlyMicrosoft Office experienceDetailsWork can be done mostly remotely but will require touchpoints with team membersRequired DocumentsResume Hiring Range $19.00 - $20.00 Per HourThe salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf. Disability Accommodations Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position.If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting atAdditionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at