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Safe House Property Inspections

Home Inspector Assistant (Entry Level, We Train You)

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What they do

A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.

$66,295 / year median in Virginia

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

$18 to $22/hr to start, depending on experience
  • Full-time
  • Monday to Friday (occasional weekends)
  • Paid on-the-job training First, be honest with yourself about the work.
This job is physical and hands-on, every day, in real conditions: You'll be on-site by 7:00 AM, sometimes with short notice, at homes across Hampton Roads. Reliable transportation and on-time arrival are non-negotiable. You'll climb ladders, crawl through attics and tight crawlspaces, and work in heat, cold, dust, and weather. You'll lift and move heavy equipment and be on your feet most of the day. If that sounds like a problem, this isn't the job for you, and that's okay. But if you read that and thought "good, I like real work," keep reading. Set your expectations honestly. This is an assistant role, and it's a real job in its own right. The trade of home inspection takes time to learn, and we invest in people who commit to mastering it from the ground up. If you're applying because you think you'll be running inspections yourself in a few months, this isn't the right fit. If you're the kind of person who wants to show up, work hard, learn the craft properly, and earn every step over time, we want to talk to you. What you'll actually do. You'll be the lead inspector's right hand: setting up ladders and access areas, removing and reinstalling access panels, testing appliances and fixtures (ovens, dishwashers, washers and dryers, sinks, showers, toilets), taking and labeling inspection photos, recording measurements and notes, and leaving every property cleaner than we found it. We teach you all of it. No inspection experience needed. We teach the skill . You bring the work ethic . Who thrives here. People who show up early, follow a checklist exactly, take pride in doing a job right, and are in it for the long haul rather than looking for a job to hold them over.
What we require:
High school diploma or equivalent Valid, clean driver's license and reliable transportation (you must be able to get yourself to sites) Physically able to lift heavy objects, climb, crawl, and work in all weather Sharp attention to detail and the discipline to follow instructions exactly Dependability above everything. If you say you'll be there, you're there. Nice to have (not required): any construction, home maintenance, handyman, or trade experience; comfort with basic tools. About us. Safe House Property Inspections is a growing Hampton Roads company. Inspecting isn't just what we do, it's who we are. We live by being Innovative, Nice, Service-oriented, Performance-minded, Enthusiastic, Consistent, and Trustworthy. We invest in people who invest in the work.
To apply:
When you apply, one of the questions asks for a code word so we know you read the whole post. The code word is
ROOFLINE.
Applications without it won't be reviewed. Then tell us in 2 to 3 sentences why home inspection specifically interests you. We read every application that follows those two steps. We're excited to meet the right person.
Pay:
$18.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Application Question(s): What is the code word from the job post? This job means ladders, attics, crawlspaces, heat and cold, every day, with 7:00 AM starts. Tell us about the most physical job or task you have stuck with for more than a few months, and confirm you can be on site by 7:00 AM. In 2 to 3 sentences, why does home inspection specifically interest you? Can we text you about this application? Reply YES or NO.
Shift availability:
Day Shift (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Virginia Beach, VA 23456 (Required)
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance