INSPECTOR; White Plains, NY

Position: INSPECTOR (White Plains, NY)
Location: City of White Plains

National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) Inspector Department:
Inspections Pay Rate: $25.48/hr status:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt Are you an experienced electrician, plumber, carpenter, construction worker, or property maintenance professional looking for a new career path where your skills truly make an impact? Join us as an NSPIRE Inspector and use your hands-on knowledge to help ensure safe, quality housing for families in our community.

If you’ve worked in building trades, facilities maintenance, or residential construction, you may be an excellent fit — even if you’ve never worked in inspections before.

What You’ll DoIn this role, you’ll put your real-world building and repair knowledge to work by:

Inspecting housing units to ensure they meet HUD’s National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate.

Checking for safety hazards, code issues, and lead-based paint compliance

Identifying repairs needed and determining whether they’re the responsibility of the owner or tenant

Communicating inspection results clearly and professionally

Completing inspection reports and maintaining accurate records

Working closely with Housing Specialists and Rental Analysis teams

Providing monthly updates and inspection trends to the Supervisor Your work helps families live in safe, healthy homes — and helps property owners stay compliant.

What We’re Looking For We’re seeking someone who combines hands-on building knowledge with strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

Ideal Backgrounds Include:

Electrician Plumber Carpenter HVAC technician

General construction or laborer

Building/property maintenance technician

Property management maintenance staff

These roles often give candidates familiarity with housing systems, safety standards, and even experience with housing programs.

Key Skills & Strengths Ability to spot structural, mechanical, and safety issues

Strong customer service and communication skills

Comfort working independently and managing multiple inspections

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office proficiency a plus)
Sound judgment, integrity, and respect for diverse communities

Strong attention to detail and ability to write clear, accurate reports

Training & Certification Must obtain CVR NSPIRE Proficiency certification within 90 days (we provide training).Additional seminars and training as required.

QualificationsA valid drivers license

Proof of insurance

One (1) year of experience working with the public

Experience working with diverse groups

Experience in construction, property maintenance, or low-income housing preferred

Bachelor’s degree OR three (3) years equivalent experience in housing inspections or fieldworkEEO StatementCVR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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