Field Inspector

Tempo-Air; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Stock accumulation plan

Competitive pay

120 hours PTO

Floating holiday

Bereavement Pay

7 Paid holidays

Health Insurance (75% covered)

Life insurance $25k/$25k AD&D

Disability income protection

401(k) savings plan

Continuing education and training

Job summary

US-EcoLogic in Charlotte, NC, is hiring Field Inspectors to verify energy code compliance and support green building programs across multiple tiers. The role focuses on on-site testing, documentation, and collaboration with builders.

Tier 1 concentrates on IECC energy code foundations and testing; Tier 2 covers quality assurance for new homes; Tier 3 involves large‑scale projects with LEED, NGBS, and Cx. Strong communication and problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with energy codes and testing procedures.
• Ability to document results electronically and on paper.
• Strong communication with builders and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Tier 1: verify IECC Energy Code compliance via on-site inspections and testing.
• Tier 2: perform quality checks and assess home readiness across residential builds.
• Tier 3: coordinate large-field projects and support LEED/NGBS/Cx programs.

Skills

Energy code basics

Testing

Documentation

Communication

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Slack

electronic documentation tools

Job description

US‑ECO LOGIC

Company Profile: US-Ecologic is part of an integrated holding company (Tempo, Inc.) that provides consulting and specialty contracting in new and existing buildings. Our focus is on GREEN-ENERGY-HVAC. With over 200 partners, our team has worked on efficiency and eco‑friendly solutions for more than 40 years. The companies are widely held by the people who work here and operate on the principle of Servant Leadership (the best leaders lead by serving others).

Summary:

The Field Partner role at US-EcoLogic is a progressive position focused on providing real-time onsite verification and data to ensure compliance with basic energy codes and advanced green building programs. This role serves as the lifeline of our operations, feeding critical data to engineering teams to complete verification and certification for our customers.

This Position is for Charlotte, North Carolina Location

3-Tier Learning Structure

Tier 1: Single Family (SF) Field Inspector

• Focus: Energy Code Foundations & Testing
• Inspections: Conduct onsite verification of single-family homes for compliance with IECC Energy Code, Energy Star, GBT, and other programs at various stages (Poly, Pre-drywall, and Final).
• Field Testing: Perform all required mechanical testing (such as blower door or duct leakage) needed for energy programs.
• Documentation: Complete all electronic and hardcopy inspection forms onsite to ensure timely billing and modeling.
• Communication: Communicate with builders at each site visit regarding status and areas for improvement.

Tier 2: Residential Build Quality Inspector (BQC)

• Focus: Comprehensive Quality Assurance & Home Readiness
• Biased Assessment: Provide non-biased inspections of completed new construction homes to assess subcontractor workmanship and material quality.
• Broad Scope: Inspect all aspects of the home, including roofing, masonry, landscaping, interior walls, and flooring.
• Visual Diagnostics: Perform visual assessments of HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical systems (no mechanical diagnostics required at this tier).
• Reporting: Create thorough electronic reports with photos to determine "model home readiness" before the homeowner's walkthrough.

Tier 3: Multi‑Family (MF) Field Inspector

• Focus: Large-Scale Project Coordination & Advanced Certification
• Project Management: Maintain contact with Project Managers and Superintendents to schedule testing and verification for large-scale developments.
• Advanced Certifications: Conduct onsite inspections for complex programs including LEED, NGBS, and Cx.
• Technical Compliance: Follow up with manufacturers to verify compliance for local products, recycled content, and low-emission labeling.
• Mentorship & Training: Lead trades training sessions with General Contractors and related trade contractors to ensure project-wide compliance.

Core Requirements & Qualifications

• Physical: Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. and work in various weather/inclement conditions.
• Logistics: Safe driving record and reliable transportation for commuting between major regional hubs (e.g., Dallas/Ft. Worth or Austin/San Marcos).
• Technical: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, Slack, and electronic documentation tools.
• Growth: Commitment to obtaining yearly Continuing Education credits for the Employee Development program and maintaining energy certifications.
• Professionalism: A "Servant Leadership" mindset with a sense of ownership over the construction phase.

Benefits:

• Employee ownership (ESOP) with weekly Employer Match
• Stock accumulation plan based on continuous service
• Competitive pay
• 120 hours PTO
• 1 Floating holiday.
• Bereavement Pay
• 7 Paid holidays
• Health Insurance (company pays approx. 75% of medical coverage chosen, Dental, Vision Insurance, optional)
• $25,000 life insurance/$25,000 AD&D (additional voluntary life/AD&D products available)
• Disability income protection plan (Short-Term (optional) & Long-Term Disability, paid by company)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Continuing education and training programs

Tempo is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, marital status, or any other category protected by applicable law.