POSITION OVERVIEW
As a member of the Housing and Energy Management team, the Weatherization Quality Control Inspector supports the delivery of Weatherization services to income-eligible households throughout the Houston region. The BPI-certified Energy Auditor and Quality Control Inspector performs comprehensive energy assessments, quality control inspections, diagnostic testing, work scope review, and compliance verification for single-family, mobile, multifamily, and other eligible dwelling types. Ensures compliance with DOE program requirements, Texas Administrative Code, Standard Work Specifications, and applicable building codes while providing technical assistance, contractor oversight, and client education.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Perform residential energy audits, diagnostic testing, and quality control inspections.
- Conduct blower door, duct blaster, pressure pan, ventilation, combustion safety, and related diagnostic testing.
- Review work scopes, assessments, contractor documentation, and completed projects for compliance.
- Verify compliance with DOE, TDHCA, WAP, SWS, manufacturer requirements, and applicable codes.
- Identify health, safety, and building performance deficiencies and prescribe corrective actions.
- Certify completed weatherization projects and coordinate rework when required.
- Provide technical assistance to staff, contractors, and program stakeholders.
- Conduct warranty inspections and follow-up evaluations.
- Educate clients regarding energy conservation, equipment operation, and maintenance.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, databases, and project documentation.
- Maintain required certifications and testing equipment proficiency.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to enter and inspect attics, crawlspaces, rooftops, and confined spaces.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, and work in physically demanding environments.
- Ability to lift, carry, and transport ladders, diagnostic equipment, and materials up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel throughout the service area.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION
High School Diploma or equivalent.
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Two (2) or more years of weatherization, building performance, or related field experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Valid TX Driver License
- BPI EA & QCI
- OSHA 30
- EPA Lead RRP
COMPUTER/SYSTEMS/SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY
Basic Computer Skills - Using email, word processing (e.g., Microsoft Word), spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), and internet navigation.
LANGUAGE REQUIRED (OTHER THAN ENGLISH)
Bilingual (English/Spanish prefered)