Impactful Housing Compliance Inspector

Housing Authority of the County of Kern; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Authority of the County of Kern seeks a skilled Housing Inspector to perform detailed inspections of subsidized housing to ensure compliance with HQS and safety standards. The role involves evaluating structural, electrical, and plumbing conditions, documenting deficiencies, and tracking repair progress.

The inspector will certify completion of repairs, maintain inspection records in the agency database, and communicate findings clearly to property owners, residents, and staff, while

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years of experience in building inspection, construction or related field.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information to residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and annual detailed inspections of subsidized housing units to determine compliance with safety regulations and HQS.
• Inspect and assess electrical, plumbing, and structural damage; identify deficiencies and summarize required work items.
• Certify satisfactory completion of repair work by owner for interim inspections.
• Enter inspection data into the Housing Authority database.
• Communicate with property owners, residents and Housing Specialists regarding deficiencies.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Verbal communication

Public speaking

Attention to detail

Math skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Housing Authority of the County of Kern seeks a skilled Housing Inspector to perform detailed inspections of subsidized housing to ensure compliance with HQS and safety standards. The role involves evaluating structural, electrical, and plumbing conditions, documenting deficiencies, and tracking repair progress.

The inspector will certify completion of repairs, maintain inspection records in the agency database, and communicate findings clearly to property owners, residents, and staff, while