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A home inspection is a vital process in any real estate transaction. A home inspector needs to have proper education and training to cover the broad spectrum of building standards throughout the various years that a home or other structure may have been built. A home inspection is NOT a building code violation inspection; however, the Inspector should have specific building standards knowledge and understand reasons and methods for building standards. Good communication is an important skill for a home inspector.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This is a commission-based position. Inspectors are paid based on a percentage of the inspection fee and can earn between $55,000 - $95,000 annually.
Performance-based bonuses
Full and part time positions available
Company vehicle provided based on performance
Tools, equipment, and computer provided; specialty tool training provided
On-going education and annual training provided
The day-to-day duties performed by a Home Inspector include:
Perform multiple Home Inspections per day using a computer program and touch screen tablet to record observations to report back to the Real Estate Agent and/or the Client (usually the person purchasing the home).
Ability to identify “defects” within a home or structure, photograph such defects, document the findings and communicate the findings to the client in a non-alarming manner. A Home Inspector Certification and Florida state License or willingness to acquire one is required to be qualified for this job. (does not guarantee employment, but company requirement for consideration by hiring manager)
Physical requirements: A home inspector should be in good physical shape and condition as they will often be performing the following physical tasks:
Carrying, setting up and climbing a 12-foot ladder
Accessing and walking on various roof materials, sometimes traversing areas/roof surfaces that are 20 to 30 feet from the ground.
Accessing and traversing attic spaces (tight spaces and high temperatures are common), good balance and equilibrium are needed.
Accessing and traversing under structure crawl spaces (tight spaces, often contain pests, remnants of pests, insects, spider webs, moisture, electrical and other components of the foundation of a structure).
Ability to work in high temperature environments (summer) and low temperature and wet environments (winter), outside work is required no matter what type of weather on the day of the inspection.
Additional requirements
Interested candidates should understand the importance of delivering the highest level of service to every client.
Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, computer skills, and work well with other team members.
A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and attention to detail are a must.
Candidates should have a good driving record and reliable transportation.
Experience in property management, construction, or customer service is a plus!
Keywords: Home Inspection, Home Inspector, Property Inspector, Building Inspector, Construction, Inspections
