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HERS Rater Apprenticeship Program

African Bridge Network

Newton, MAApprenticeship$25–30/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$25–30/hr
Location
Newton, MA
Role Type
Apprenticeship
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

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Valid Driver's License

Job overview

African Bridge Network is recruiting internationally trained professionals for a HERS Rater Apprenticeship Program focused on home energy efficiency and building performance. Participants receive classroom training and 12 months of paid on-the-job training with industry mentorship. The program includes workplace readiness, project management, and certification preparation, with ongoing career development support. Initial classroom training is unpaid.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Energy ModelingBuilding InspectionsBlower-Door TestingDuct Leakage TestingBuilding SciencePhysical WorkTravel

Qualifications

ABN Skilled Immigrant Certification Program EnrollmentMassachusetts ResidencyU.S. Work AuthorizationValid Driver's LicenseVehicle Access

Full job description

African Bridge Network is recruiting internationally trained professionals for its HERS Rater Apprenticeship Program. This program prepares participants for careers in home energy efficiency and building performance, with a focus on professionals with backgrounds in engineering, building science, energy modeling, or quality assurance. HERS Raters use building plans to perform energy modeling and conduct inspections and diagnostic testing throughout construction to evaluate energy performance and compliance with applicable energy requirements. Training and Work Activities Participants will learn to: - Perform energy modeling using building design plans. - Inspect and document insulation, air sealing, thermal bridging, and ventilation. - Conduct blower-door and duct leakage testing. - Document findings to support energy performance verification. - Apply building science principles and safe work practices. Program Includes - U.S. workplace readiness and project management training. - Rating Field Inspector (RFI) and HERS Rater training and certification preparation. - Twelve months of paid on-the-job training with industry mentorship. - Ongoing career development support from ABN staff and volunteer career advisors. This 16-month apprenticeship includes classroom training and 12 months of paid on-the-job training at approximately $25-$30 per hour. Initial classroom training is unpaid. Eligibility Requirements - Be actively enrolled in ABN's Skilled Immigrant Certification Program. - Be a Massachusetts resident. - Be authorized to work in the United States. - Be able to perform physically demanding work. - Have a valid driver?s license and access to a vehicle. - Be willing to travel to varying job sites, including drives of up to 2.5 hours. Apply by October 9, 2026, using the online application!

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