Inspector

Description

Company Overview:

ARCXIS, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is the leading provider of inspection, design, engineering, energy efficiency, and quality assurance services for the U.S. residential construction industry. With a nationwide presence, ARCXIS serves builders across the continental United States, delivering innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, performance, and compliance in new home construction.

Our national team brings together years of expertise, offering a comprehensive suite of services that support builders in constructing high-quality, high-performance, energy-efficient homes. Through cutting-edge technology, industry knowledge, and a commitment to excellence, ARCXIS continues to set the standard for residential construction services.

To learn more, visit www.arcxis.com

Position Overview:

The focus of this position is verification of newly constructed homes to HERS, EPA's ENERGY STAR Program, Federal Incentives/National Programs, and other Utility Programs. The Field Inspector is responsible for performing inspections at residential development sites.

The primary customers for these services are large production home builders. Field Inspectors interface with a Field Coordinator to assess the daily schedule, perform diagnostic testing on scheduled communities while coordinating with job superintendent, sub-contractors and city inspectors. Coordination and communication with the Field Coordinator and Operations Manager regarding the status of job sites must be frequent, clear, complete, and is critical.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performing field inspections and HERS compliance testing for new construction builders.
• Travel daily to multiple job sites
• Completing daily inspection reports of inspections
• Communicate inefficiencies to job superintendents and educate them and their trades on correction items.
• Maintain GPS daily driving mileage log and real-time tracking

Requirements

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or AA Degree
• Two (2) years of construction experience and/or one (1) year of field experience supported with degree in related field of study
• HERS- Rater Certification preferred, or obtained within 3 months of hire
• ENERGY STAR for Homes preferred
• Photovoltaic Inspector Certification preferred
• OSHA 10-Hour Training Course Certification preferred
• HVAC installation or technical experience preferred
• We are looking for a self-motivated person who is highly detail oriented with excellent communication skills and who is passionate about getting their job done right.
• Experience in green building programs such as LEED, Build-it-Green, Energy Star would be preferable.
• Reliable transportation is required to accommodate testing equipment and a ladder. This role may involve driving over 80-120 miles per day. Candidates must have and maintain the following: a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and state-minimum auto insurance. To support your travel needs, the company provides an auto allowance to help cover maintenance costs and a fuel card for company-related travel.
• Candidate must be able to conduct multiple inspections each day,
• Must be able to pass a background check and motor vehicle report

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have solid communication skills, and able to convey direction and leadership while enforcing Energy Code to project Superintendents and their trades. Good attitude and personality a must.
• Basic Computer skills
• Several years of construction experience
• Can read building plans
• Candidate must be in good physical condition to carry up to 50/lbs. of equipment, climb ladders, and hoist themselves up into attic spaces.

Work Schedule:

Generally Monday - Friday day shift, however additional hours, including weekend hours, may be required in accordance with changing business needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Fuel card for business related travel and auto allowance
• More details on benefits at

Compensation:

• Training wage is $20.00 per hour. Once fully trained and certified, this position will transition to a production (piece work) pay compensation model. Estimated pay for this is $50,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on performance.

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