Inspector
About the Company
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.
About the Role
The Field Inspector is responsible for performing inspections at residential development sites to verify newly constructed homes comply with HERS, EPA's ENERGY STAR Program, Federal Incentives/National Programs, and other Utility Programs. The primary customers are large production home builders. Field Inspectors interface with a Field Coordinator to assess the daily schedule, perform diagnostic testing on scheduled communities, and coordinate with job superintendents, sub-contractors, and city inspectors.
Responsibilities
- Perform field inspections and HERS compliance testing for new construction builders
- Travel daily to multiple job sites
- Complete daily inspection reports
- Communicate inefficiencies to job superintendents and educate them and their trades on correction items
- Maintain GPS daily driving mileage log and real-time tracking
- Coordinate and communicate with the Field Coordinator and Operations Manager regarding job site status
Requirements
- High School Diploma or AA Degree
- Two (2) years of construction experience and/or one (1) year of field experience supported with a degree in a related field of study
- HERS Rater Certification preferred, or obtained within 3 months of hire
- ENERGY STAR for Homes certification preferred
- Photovoltaic Inspector Certification preferred
- OSHA 10-Hour Training Course Certification preferred
- HVAC installation or technical experience preferred
- Experience in green building programs such as LEED, Build-it-Green, or Energy Star is a plus
- Reliable transportation to accommodate testing equipment and a ladder
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and state-minimum auto insurance
- Ability to conduct multiple inspections each day
- Must pass a background check and motor vehicle report
Skills
- Solid communication skills, able to convey direction and leadership while enforcing Energy Code
- Good attitude and strong interpersonal skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read building plans
- Good physical condition to carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment, climb ladders, and access attic spaces
Schedule
Generally Monday – Friday day shift, however additional hours, including weekend hours, may be required based on 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
- Auto allowance to help cover maintenance costs
More details on benefits at https://www.arcxis.com/careers.