Energy Auditors
Job Zone 3 - Medium preparation needed
Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.
Median pay: $74,690/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: -0.8% projected growth, 2024–2034 — declining.
About 14,800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Identify and prioritize energy-saving measures.
• Prepare audit reports containing energy analysis results or recommendations for energy cost savings.
• Identify any health or safety issues related to planned weatherization projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve the operation, maintenance, or energy efficiency of building or process systems.
• Calculate potential for energy savings.
• Inspect or evaluate building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or process systems to determine the energy consumption of each system.
• Analyze technical feasibility of energy-saving measures, using knowledge of engineering, energy production, energy use, construction, maintenance, system operation, or process systems.
• Examine commercial sites to determine the feasibility of installing equipment that allows building management systems to reduce electricity consumption during peak demand periods.
What's the median pay for Energy Auditors?
The median pay for Energy Auditors is $74,690 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Energy Auditors?
Employment for Energy Auditors is projected to change -0.8% from 2024 to 2034 - declining.
What education is typically required for Energy Auditors?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Energy Auditors?
About 14,800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.