Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Lansing, MI - Part-Time

Quality Inspection Solutions; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation for full-time inspectors

Employee health insurance

Job summary

Quality Inspection Solutions in Lansing, MI, is looking for a part-time Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector. The role involves conducting inspections in compliance with HUD standards, offering flexible scheduling to fit your life/work balance.

The ideal candidate will possess a High School diploma or GED and have experience in inspection training. This opportunity provides earning potential of around $20–$25 per hour based on completed inspections.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow HUD's Housing Quality Standards.
• Completion of Inspector Training Classes.
• Achievement of lead‑based paint visual assessment certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of HUD and Section 8 properties.
• Collect and transmit data using the hand-held tablet.
• Pull schedule and inspection information for upcoming work shift.

Skills

Conducting inspections of HUD properties

Data collection and transmission

Physical stamina for moderate work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held tablet

Job description

Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Lansing, MI - Part-Time

Part-time

McCright & Associates is a national leader and a trusted partner of choice for public housing authorities who demand product and service excellence. After conducting more than 2,000,000 inspections across the nation, McCright understands the unique needs of the housing industry and the flexibility needs of our employees.

Corporately based in beautiful Chattanooga, Tennessee, McCright is an American company and proudly operating as a woman and veteran owned enterprise.

We are seeking a part-time Inspector. We are NOT seeking temporary employees. If you are looking for a temporary position, please do not apply.

Partnering with the Director of Field Operations, the position of the HQS Inspector will conduct HQS inspections on a Part‑Time basis – you tell us what is best for your life/work balance, and if we can accommodate you we will!

A primary scope of work is to follow the guidelines of HUD's Housing Quality Standards and the contracted Housing Authority’s administrative plan. All inspector candidates are required to complete online and field training as well as successfully passing the final HQS certification exam before being considered for the team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Pull schedule and inspection information for upcoming work shift.
2. Conduct inspections of HUD and Section 8 properties.
3. Collect and transmit data using the hand‑held tablet (2 lbs.).
4. Safely travel between inspections.

Physical Demands

Moderate work: Must have the ability to walk 3–5 miles per day, bend and stoop, climb stairs, carry a 2‑lb tablet and make observations in all levels of lighting.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or GED.
2. Completion of Inspector Training Classes, achievement of lead‑based paint visual assessment course or other HQS certification exams in the past is a big plus.

All positions are PRODUCTION-BASED (based on completed inspections), so be prepared to discuss the best production schedule for your current needs to ensure a proper “life/work balance”.

Based on average production levels, you can earn approximately $20–$25 most hours.

Benefits

Dental and vision insurance is available for all level of inspectors. Inspectors classified as full‑time will be eligible for paid vacation, employee health insurance, and nine paid holidays.