Energy Auditor & Housing Rehab Specialist I

Genesee County MI; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 49,340 - 53,913; Full time

Job summary

Genesee County Housing Division seeks a Field Inspector for the Home Improvement and Weatherization Programs. You will perform inspections, write-ups, cost estimates, energy audits, and quality control inspections of weatherization activities.

Under supervision, you will review contractor work, ensure compliance with MDHHS and HUD rules, and maintain detailed inspection records while coordinating with homeowners, contractors and program staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in building/construction technology, construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in home construction, weatherization, home rehabilitation or related construction field.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must become Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor within 6 months of employment; costs covered.
• Must become Lead Supervisor within 6 months of employment; costs covered.
• Must become a certified Asbestos Inspector through Michigan program within 6 months.
• Must become a BPI Energy Auditor and a BPI Quality Control Inspector within 9 months.
• Comfortable with climbing ladders, lifting, and entering confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Inspects properties to determine eligibility for repairs or weatherization under program rules.
• Prepares work write-ups and bid specifications per HUD and County rules; performs Energy Audits.
• Prepares accurate cost estimates.
• Provides homeowner education regarding housing energy efficiency.
• Monitors progress on jobs and addresses potential problems.
• Reviews contractor work to ensure it meets bid specs and safety protocols.
• Inspects properties during work to ensure completion within contract provisions.
• Acts as liaison with contractor, homeowner and program staff.
• Maintains inspection records for each property.
• Participates in staff development and training related to program responsibilities.

Skills

Experience in housing weatherization

Inspection experience

Education

Associate degree in building/construction technology, construction management, engineering, other degrees as related

Job description

Genesee County Housing Division seeks a Field Inspector for the Home Improvement and Weatherization Programs. You will perform inspections, write-ups, cost estimates, energy audits, and quality control inspections of weatherization activities.

Under supervision, you will review contractor work, ensure compliance with MDHHS and HUD rules, and maintain detailed inspection records while coordinating with homeowners, contractors and program staff.