The Energy Group

11/03/2023

12/09/2021

We are hiring for a Fulfillment Associate - part-time (possible full-time for the right candidate). He or she will be part of our talented Program Delivery team, and will focus on installing energy-saving items in multifamily properties across the state of Iowa.

Fulfillment Associates will have excellent communication and math skills, a clean driving record, be customer-service oriented, and can perform light-to-moderate physical activity. He or she will be responsible for installing screw-in LED lamps, bathroom & kitchen faucet aerators, low-flow shower heads, pipe insulation, exit signs, and programmable thermostats in tenant units and common areas. Additionally, he or she will be installing linear LEDs in existing fixtures. Fulfillment Associate should expect to spend 3-8 hours per week on administrative tasks, such as documentation, scheduling, maintaining vehicles, etc.

We offer a fast-paced, small-team environment of hard-working and passionate professionals. Our office is in Des Moines, IA. Direct Installers will travel often throughout the state of Iowa and most often will include overnight stays out of town. Company vehicle provided. Typically, schedule is known at least two weeks in advance and TEG covers expenses. Results-based commission in addition to a competitive hourly wage and access to a company car included.

Criteria

Completion of pre-apprenticeship electrician training at Trade School or vocational college a plus
Registered as an electrician trainee or apprentice in Iowa preferred
Minimum 2,000 hours on-job experience preferred
Superior communication skills
Can handle lifting 40lbs and walk stairs, with weight
Record keeping and basic math skills
Clean driving record
Ability to learn quickly and identify key issues and details
Excellent customer service
Job Types: Part-time, Contract (may be full-time for the right person)

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
Install team will be supplied with personal protective equipment such as face masks, face shields, and protective, plastic glasses. In addition, hand sanitizing and cleaning products are available to all employees.

Please send resume to: [email protected].

01/21/2021

The Energy Group is excited to announce that we have become an ENERGY STAR® partner! For more than 20 years, people across America have looked to EPA’s ENERGY STAR
program for guidance on how to save energy, save money, and protect the environment. See more information in our press release below!

10/29/2020

"The Energy Group is assisting the Iowa Economic Development Authority and Iowa Finance Authority in its implementation of the Residential Utility Disruption Prevention Program, which will assist eligible households with past-due utility balances for service provided between March 17, 2020 and October 31, 2020, up to $2,000 per household. See the link below for more information and to apply:"

The Iowa Residential Utility Disruption Prevention Program provides eligible households with up to $2,000 towards electric, natural gas and water bills if they are at risk of disconnection due to an inability to pay due to a COVID-19 related loss of income. Payments through the program will be made....

07/07/2020

Do you know what factors make up your electric bill? Many businesses don't, and he first step to lowering your bill is understanding what you're paying for every month. See how we can help in our newest article!

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06/05/2020

TEG Is proud to announce our new membership with the Iowa Grocery Industry Association!

Are you paying an inefficiency tax? Utilities are among the highest operating costs for grocers. TEG customers have found 20–40% cost savings – diverting excess utility costs back into operations. We identify cost-saving opportunities that lower inefficiency taxes, increase sales, and enhance the shopper experience!

Learn more at http://ow.ly/rBOq50zZZ6B

Also: Check out how we helped a small grocery store stay in business and even expand their operations through energy efficiency http://ow.ly/9Aep50zZZ6y

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05/27/2020

Des Moines Public Schools has become a shining example of how Energy Efficiency can be used to save money and improve the learning experience for its students. Check out how TEG and DMPS have worked together to earn DMPS the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award for the last 8 years in a row!

Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) is a school district in central Iowa consisting of 33,000 students and 71 facilities throughout the city of Des Moines. The DMPS operations department oversees the management and function of all facilities in the district and is charged with ensuring the safe and eff...

05/20/2020

In 2018, Vine St. Lofts, an apartment building in Des Moines, IA, made the switch to LED lighting to save thousands on their energy bill each year. See how they did it, and how you can do the same!

Brief: With the help of The Energy Group and a local lighting contractor, Vine Street Lofts converted their entire facility to LED lighting, saving over $10,000 annually and improving their building’s lighting quality. The management team of Vine Street Lofts, a large apartment building in Des Moi...

04/24/2020

Attention Ames residents! While you have some extra time at home, it is a great time to sign up for a free virtual energy audit through the City of Ames!

Find out how your change in energy usage may be effecting your bill and learn about ways you can save energy at the same time. All of the information is gathered off site and no one will enter your property.

Please see the link below for more information!

Despite cancelling events and closing City buildings due to the COVID-19 pandemic, City departments are finding creative ways to bring new programs and services to citizens. Ames Electric Services is now offering their home energy audits in a virtual format. Customers who sign up for a virtual audit...