Weatherization Inspector

East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporati; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation is seeking a Weatherization Inspector to determine eligibility, perform initial home inspections, and prepare work scopes for weatherization projects.

You will work closely with the Weatherization Director, contractors, and program monitors to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and to deliver high-quality services to clients across Kansas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in weatherization inspections, heating sources, cooling measures, and lead-safe work practices per KWAP KHRC required or able to obtain.
• Valid Kansas driver's license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to travel and overnight for required training.
• Ability to stand and lift 50 pounds+, work in dusty conditions, and access attics/crawl spaces.
• Must pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial inspections of potential client homes.
• Perform diagnostic furnace tests to ensure safety.
• Conduct blower door tests to measure air infiltration.
• Prepare work scopes for weatherization improvements.
• Monitor contractor schedules for timely service.
• Document change orders and rework.
• Maintain client files and complete required documentation.
• Assist clients with paperwork during interviews.
• Educate families on energy efficiency and proper use of weatherization improvements.
• Assist with WAP monitoring and home reviews.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and program records.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Detail-oriented

Willingness to travel

Able to lift 50 lbs

Background checks clear

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Weatherization_inspection certification (KWAP KHRC)

Job description

Description

Supervisor: Weatherization Director

Supervises: None

Exemption Status: Non-exempt

Anticipated Hiring/Start Date: January 2027

Position Summary

The Weatherization Inspector determines initial eligibility requirements for potential dwellings, conducts initial home inspections, and prepares work scope write-ups for homes to be weatherized through ECKAN. This position works closely with the Weatherization Director, contractors, and program monitors to ensure quality services and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.

What you'll Do:

• Conduct initial inspections of potential client homes.
• Perform diagnostic furnace tests on heating units to help ensure client health and safety.
• Conduct blower door tests to measure air infiltration.
• Prepare work scopes outlining necessary weatherization improvements.
• Monitor contractor schedules to ensure clients receive timely services.
• Document change orders and rework completed on client homes.
• Ensure all required client documentation is completed and maintained in individual files.
• Assist clients with required paperwork during initial interviews.
• Work with contractors to monitor work quality and address necessary changes.
• Educate families on energy efficiency and the proper use of weatherization improvements.
• Assist with Kansas Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) monitoring and home reviews.
• Maintain assigned equipment, vehicles, and accurate program records.
• Perform home measurements and mathematical calculations, including square footage and lengths.
• Attend state inspector training workshops and obtain required WAP certifications.
• Ensure the Weatherization program complies with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Weatherization Director.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be certified, or able to obtain certification through ECKAN and the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC), in weatherization inspections, heating sources, cooling measures, and lead-safe work practices in accordance with the Kansas Weatherization Assistance Program (KWAP) State Training Plan.
• Valid Kansas driver's license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight for required training.
• Ability to stand and work in areas with extreme temperature differences, climb ladders, and lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work in dusty conditions, including short-term exposure to various insulating materials.
• Ability to enter and work in attics and crawl spaces.
• Ability to successfully pass required background checks as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in construction.
• Knowledge of furnaces and heating systems.

Construction experience and furnace knowledge are preferred but not required.