Home Inspector

Job summary

Conduct thorough residential home inspections, identify potential defects, explain their implications, and suggest possible improvements. Maintain daily logs and prepare detailed inspection reports with photographs while traveling to inspection sites.

Job details

Benefits Competitive salary Flexible schedule Position Summary Seeking an experienced home inspector. The ideal candidate is detail- oriented, articulate, outgoing, personable, and presentable, and follows our standard process to complete an accurate, thorough quality home inspection and detailed report. Role And Responsibilities The inspector is required to have a basic knowledge of residential home systems and elements and is expected to work in various weather conditions, climb ladders, walk on roofs, access crawl spaces and attics, and stand for long periods of time. Solid computer technology skills are necessary for report writing and communications. The ideal candidate stays current on latest company initiatives, policies, and procedures, while continually developing advanced technical knowledge in building science. Punctuality, the ability to work independently and a strong work ethic are also required. Compensation based on experience and qualifications. Travel to home inspection site Suggest possible improvements and discuss potential defects & their implications. Keep daily logs, write up reports and take photographs for reports Qualifications And Requirements 3+ years of inspection experience, knowledge of home building & systems Strong understanding of building codes, laws and government regulations Valid driver’s license Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Strong attention to detail and a positive attitude Physically fit for climbing ladders, walk on roofs, access crawl spaces and attics, and stand for long periods of time Able to lift 40 lbs May be required to enter homes that contain allergens such as pets, dust, mould, or other Benefits And Perks Online training/Field training Paid for NIBI certification Competitive compensation + bonus opportunities Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursements HouseMaster has been providing quality home inspections for buyers, sellers, and agents since it was first founded in 1979. Over the years we have gained the reputation as the most trusted home inspection company in North America. With more than 300 franchised areas throughout the United States and Canada, HouseMaster is one of the largest home inspection franchises. Our Mission Our comprehensive inspection solutions empower home buyers and sellers to make confident decisions. Our Vision Commitment to Customers, Take Pride, Teamwork, Have Fun Notice HM Services LLC is the franchisor of the HouseMaster® franchised system. Each HouseMaster® franchised location is independently-owned and operated by an independent franchisee performing services. As a service to its independent franchisees, HM Services LLC lists employment opportunities available throughout the franchised network so those employment opportunities may be conveniently found by interested parties at one central location for brand management purposes only. HM Services LLC is NOT the employer seeking help. The only employer is the independent franchisee who has listed its available positions on this website. Acknowledgement I acknowledge that each independent HouseMaster® franchisee hires and determines the terms and conditions of employment for its own employees. Any employment benefits, compensation and employment practices vary by location. Neither HM Services LLC (“Franchisor”) nor its affiliates have the power to: (1) hire, fire or modify the employment condition of franchisee’s employees; (2) supervise and control franchisee’s employee work schedule or conditions of employment; (3) determine the rate and method of payment; or (4) accept, review or maintain franchisee employment records. HM Services LLC is NOT the employer and/or joint employer for: (i) any of the job opportunities listed on this website; (ii) any of the independent franchisees; and, (iii) any of the employees of the independent franchisees

What you’ll do

Conduct thorough residential home inspections, identify potential defects, explain their implications, and suggest possible improvements. Maintain daily logs and prepare detailed inspection reports with photographs while traveling to inspection sites.

Requirements

Requires at least three years of inspection experience, knowledge of home construction and systems, and a strong understanding of building codes, laws, and government regulations. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, strong communication and attention-to-detail skills, and the physical ability to climb ladders, access roofs and confined spaces, stand for extended periods, and lift 40 pounds.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Online Training
• Field Training
• Paid NIBI Certification
• Bonus Opportunities
• Mileage Reimbursement

Listed skills

• written communication · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Time management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Residential Home Systems Knowledge
• Home Inspection
• Building Codes
• Building Science
• Report Writing
• Computer Technology
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Interpersonal Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Photography
• Independent Work
• Physical Fitness
• Ladder Climbing
• Roof Access
• Time Management

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Sales