Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.
Energy Auditors
SOC: 47-4011 O*NET: 47-4011.01
Median Salary
$74,690
per year
Job Growth
➡️ N/A
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
14.8
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.
What does a Energy Auditors do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$47,140
10th percentile
Early Career
$58,860
25th percentile
Median
$74,690
50th percentile
Experienced
$94,710
75th percentile
Top Earners
$114,200
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$47,140
25th
$58,860
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$74,690
Mean: $77,730
75th
$94,710
90th
$114,200
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $67,060 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $58,860 and $94,710
- •Salary spread is 48.0% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 146,720 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:153,900
Top Industries
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services39.1%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services39.1%
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services32.2%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:0%
Annual Openings:14,800
Employment Projections
2025 (Current)153,900
Current
2035 (Projected)153,900
0%
0
Employment Change
0%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Energy Auditors professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 50 locations
Texas
18,230 jobs$64,8101.37x
Florida
13,860 jobs$68,1701.48x
California
13,420 jobs$101,2900.78x
New York
11,160 jobs$79,4601.22x
Virginia
6,550 jobs$75,6601.69x
North Carolina
6,490 jobs$66,0801.39x
New Jersey
5,950 jobs$81,7601.47x
Pennsylvania
5,320 jobs$65,8700.93x
Georgia
4,510 jobs$65,9800.98x
Massachusetts
4,290 jobs$83,2001.25x
Colorado
3,700 jobs$79,9501.36x
Ohio
3,490 jobs$74,4900.67x
Arizona
3,330 jobs$73,4401.09x
Washington
3,090 jobs$96,1400.92x
Michigan
3,090 jobs$71,0400.74x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
What skills do you need?
Top 10 Most Important Skills
#1
Speaking
100%
#2
Customer and Personal Service
100%
#3
Oral Expression
100%
#4
Mathematics
94%
#5
Reading Comprehension
94%
#6
Written Expression
92%
#7
Building and Construction
86%
#8
Critical Thinking
86%
#9
Written Comprehension
82%
#10
Active Listening
80%
Skills Overview
Speaking
advanced5.0
100%
Customer and Personal Service
advanced5.0
100%
Oral Expression
advanced5.0
100%
Mathematics
advanced4.7
94%
Reading Comprehension
advanced4.7
94%
Written Expression
advanced4.6
92%
Building and Construction
intermediate4.3
86%
Critical Thinking
intermediate4.3
86%
Skills are rated on a scale of 0-5, with 5 being the most important. The complexity level indicates how advanced the skill typically needs to be.
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Speaking
advancedImportance100%
skills
5.0/5.0
Customer and Personal Service
advancedImportance100%
knowledge
5.0/5.0
Oral Expression
advancedImportance100%
abilities
5.0/5.0
Mathematics
advancedImportance94%
knowledge
4.7/5.0
Reading Comprehension
advancedImportance94%
abilities
4.7/5.0
Written Expression
advancedImportance92%
abilities
4.6/5.0
Building and Construction
intermediateImportance86%
knowledge
4.3/5.0
Critical Thinking
intermediateImportance86%
abilities
4.3/5.0
Written Comprehension
intermediateImportance82%
abilities
4.1/5.0
Active Listening
intermediateImportance80%
skills
4.0/5.0
Engineering and Technology
intermediateImportance80%
knowledge
4.0/5.0
Mechanical
intermediateImportance74%
knowledge
3.7/5.0
Highly Transferable Skills
These skills are valuable across multiple career paths, making career transitions easier:
Remote Sensing Technicians100%
5 shared skills
Accountants and Auditors82%
5 shared skills
Actuaries82%
5 shared skills
Agricultural Engineers82%
5 shared skills
Precision Agriculture Technicians82%
5 shared skills
Web Administrators82%
5 shared skills
Skills by Career Stage
Entry Level
Must Have:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Customer and Personal Service
- ✓Mathematics
- ✓Building and Construction
Learn on the Job:
- →Mathematics
- →Writing
- →Monitoring
Mid Career
Expected:
- ✓Speaking
- ✓Active Listening
- ✓Customer and Personal Service
- ✓Mathematics
- ✓Building and Construction
Senior Level
Mastery Required:
- ★Speaking
- ★Active Listening
- ★Customer and Personal Service
- ★Mathematics
- ★Building and Construction
Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on developing the top 5 skills first - they have the highest impact on career success
- •Transferable skills open doors to related careers and provide flexibility
- •Balance technical skills with soft skills for well-rounded professional development
- •Entry-level positions prioritize foundational skills that can be built upon over time
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Energy Auditors
Technology Intensity
Very High
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires expert digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Advanced software proficiencySystem architecture understandingAutomation and scriptingEmerging technology adaptationTechnical problem-solving
🔥
Hot Technologies in Demand
These technologies are currently trending and highly sought after in this field
Intuit QuickBooks
🔥 Hot TechAutodesk AutoCAD
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Outlook
🔥 Hot TechSAP software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Office software
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft PowerPoint
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Project
🔥 Hot TechOracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Excel
🔥 Hot TechMicrosoft Word
🔥 Hot TechTechnology Stack
Technology Stack Overview
Key technologies used in this career
Intuit QuickBooks
Autodesk AutoCAD
Microsoft Outlook
SAP software
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Project
Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏢
Location
MOSTLY INDOOR
💪
Physical Demand
HIGH
👥
Team Orientation
SOME TEAM
🤝
Customer Interaction
FREQUENT
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in mostly indoor environments?
- •Can you meet high physical demands?
- •Do you enjoy some team team environments?
- •Are you comfortable working with safety protocols and protective equipment?
What are the key tasks?
Tasks & Responsibilities
19
Core Tasks
8
Daily Tasks
20
Work Activities
0
Emerging Tasks
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General Responsibilities (11)Documentation & Record-Keeping (1)Planning & Development (3)Operations & Execution (1)Management & Supervision (1)Analysis & Evaluation (2)
1
Inspect bridges, dams, highways, buildings, wiring, plumbing, electrical circuits, sewers, heating systems, or foundations during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, or conformance to specifications and codes.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities100% perform100%
2
Maintain daily logs and supplement inspection records with photographs.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Documentation & Record-Keeping97% perform98%
3
Review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development94% perform96%
4
Inspect and monitor construction sites to ensure adherence to safety standards, building codes, or specifications.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities91% perform94%
5
Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, or elevation of structures or fixtures to ensure compliance to building plans and codes.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Planning & Development88% perform92%
6
Issue permits for construction, relocation, demolition, or occupancy.
🔴Daily
Importance:
General Responsibilities85% perform90%
7
Monitor installation of plumbing, wiring, equipment, or appliances to ensure that installation is performed properly and is in compliance with applicable regulations.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Operations & Execution82% perform88%
8
Train, direct, or supervise other construction inspectors.
🔴Daily
Importance:
Management & Supervision79% perform86%
9
Conduct environmental hazard inspections to identify or quantify problems, such as asbestos, poor air quality, water contamination, or other environmental hazards.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
General Responsibilities76% perform84%
10
Evaluate project details to ensure adherence to environmental regulations.
🟡Weekly
Importance:
Analysis & Evaluation73% perform82%
💡 Key Takeaways
- •Daily tasks focus primarily on general responsibilities activities
- •37% of tasks are performed by most workers in this occupation
- •Career advancement brings increased leadership and strategic responsibilities
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Energy Auditors
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves
Is this career right for you?
Personality & Values Fit
Is This Career Right for You?
Energy Auditors professionals typically have a CRI Holland code and highly value support
CConventional
RRealistic
IInvestigative
Important Personality Traits
Work styles that contribute to success as a Energy Auditors
Attention to Detail
CriticalAttention to Detail
Importance Level4.69
Dependability
Very ImportantDependability
Importance Level4.41
Integrity
Very ImportantIntegrity
Importance Level4.41
Analytical Thinking
Very ImportantAnalytical Thinking
Importance Level4.21
Initiative
Very ImportantInitiative
Importance Level4.07
Independence
Very ImportantIndependence
Importance Level4.07
Complete Work Styles Profile
Attention to Detail
4.7
Dependability
4.4
Integrity
4.4
Analytical Thinking
4.2
Initiative
4.1
Independence
4.1
Achievement/Effort
3.9
Cooperation
3.8
Adaptability/Flexibility
3.8
Persistence
3.8
💡 Tips for Career Fit Success
- •While personality fit is important, skills can be developed with practice and training
- •Consider informational interviews to better understand the day-to-day personality requirements
- •Work environments vary by employer - research specific companies for cultural fit
- •Your interests and values may evolve - reassess periodically throughout your career
What education is required?
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Typical duration: Varies
Preparation Level
Job Zone 3
Medium Preparation Needed
Experience Needed
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
📚 Education Requirement
Required Level:Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Training:
Training of more than one year
💼 Experience Requirement
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Common pathways to gain experience:
- • Associate degree programs
- • Apprenticeships (1-2 years)
- • Vocational training with related experience
3
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Associate degree programsApprenticeships (1-2 years)Vocational training with related experience
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Explore educational programs that can help you become a Energy Auditors.
Browse Training Programs →The Apprenticeship Route: Earn While You Learn
You don't necessarily need to pay for school to enter this field. There are 72 registered apprenticeship sponsors for this occupation in the U.S. DOL system — including 8 union/joint labor-management programs. Apprentices earn a wage from day one, typically starting at 40–50% of the journeyman rate, and finish with no tuition debt.
Most sponsors: VA (14) , SC (6) , TX (6) , IL (5) , MI (5)
How apprenticeships work →Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Registered Apprenticeship sponsors (apprenticeship.gov)
Trade Colleges That Train for Energy Auditors
Top trade colleges by completions in fields that prepare students for this career.
Ivy Tech Community College
Indianapolis, IN
1.9k program completions/year
Apex Technical School
Long Island City, NY
847 program completions/year
American River College
Sacramento, CA
792 program completions/year
J F Ingram State Technical College
Deatsville, AL
697 program completions/year
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College
Bowling Green, KY
635 program completions/year
Elizabethtown Community and Technical College
Elizabethtown, KY
633 program completions/year
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX
629 program completions/year
Owensboro Community and Technical College
Owensboro, KY
626 program completions/year
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College
Chicago, IL
622 program completions/year
Lake Land College
Mattoon, IL
596 program completions/year
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC
565 program completions/year
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Lexington, KY
526 program completions/year
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