Housing Programs Technician – Inspections & Weatherization

Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

You will assist low-income households with housing programs, ensure regulatory compliance, perform inspections, complete paperwork, and help MVCAA deliver energy efficiency upgrades while coordinating with Weatherization staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 2-3 years in construction industry preferred.
• Able to achieve HUD Inspector and EPA Certification as a Lead Assessor within 3 months of employment.
• Attend trainings regarding Weatherization Program.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, the general public and low-income families from diverse backgrounds.
• Willing to travel to trainings out of town.
• Understanding of low-income, poverty and diversity-related issues and MVCAA's commitment to the continuum care.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to government regulations as enacted by HUD, EPA and DOE.
• Complete all paperwork, testing and data input correctly, neatly and on time.
• Prepares calculations for computer input.
• Maintains and updates all computerized program statistical reports, forms, and correspondence.
• Incorporate a Trauma Informed Care approach to program delivery.
• Inspects and evaluates housing unit to ensure existing conditions conform to NSPIRE Inspections per HUD guidelines.
• Perform Lead Risk Assessments in accordance with EPA guidelines.
• Maintain safe workplace and practices.
• Work with Weatherization staff on job sites to install energy efficiency measures in homes.
• Track and maintain tools, materials, parts, inventory, etc. according to Agency policies.
• Demonstrate commitment to mission, values and policies in the performance of daily duties.
• Assist with developing strategies to integrate all services of MVCAA.
• Be adaptable to change and Agency growth and perform other duties requested by management.

Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

You will assist low-income households with housing programs, ensure regulatory compliance, perform inspections, complete paperwork, and help MVCAA deliver energy efficiency upgrades while coordinating with Weatherization staff.