What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Housing Inspector – Tennessee Valley Region position at Gilson Housing Partners?
Gilson Inspection Services, a division of Gilson Housing Partners, provides trusted housing solutions nationwide. We partner with Housing Authorities to ensure rental properties meet Public Housing Quality Standards (PHQS) and local housing codes.
About the Role
We are seeking a Part-Time Housing Inspector to support the Tennessee Valley Regional Housing Authority. This is a field-based position primarily serving Morristown, Rutledge, and Bean Station, Tennessee, with additional inspection assignments in the Oak Ridge service area, including Oak Ridge, Oliver Springs, and Clinton, Tennessee.
The ideal candidate has housing inspection or property management experience, enjoys working independently, and is committed to helping communities maintain safe, quality housing.
What You'll Do
- Conduct initial, annual, special, and re-inspections of residential rental units, including Section 8 properties
- Verify compliance with Public Housing Quality Standards (PHQS) and applicable local housing regulations
- Use our digital inspection software (training provided) to document inspection findings
- Communicate professionally with tenants, property owners, and Housing Authority staff
- Prepare clear inspection reports and identify required repairs or deficiencies
- Maintain accurate records and complete inspections in a timely manner
Requirements
- Previous experience in housing inspections, property management, construction, code enforcement, maintenance, or a related field is preferred
- Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile insurance are required
- Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, smartphones, tablets, and mobile applications
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow housing regulations and inspection protocols
- Ability to work independently and manage daily inspection schedules
- Must successfully pass a background check and mandatory drug test
- Spanish-speaking is a plus, but not required
Compensation
- Initial & Annual Inspections: $12 per inspection
- Re-inspections (including initial re-inspections): $7 per inspection
Our goal is to schedule approximately 3 inspections per hour whenever possible.
Job Details
- Job Type: Part-Time Independent Contractor
- Schedule: Monday through Friday
- Location: Morristown, TN (Field-based throughout the Tennessee Valley Regional Housing Authority service area, including Morristown, Rutledge, Bean Station, Oak Ridge, Oliver Springs, and Clinton, TN.)
- Mileage Reimbursement: Calculated through our routing software and reimbursed from the first inspection to the last inspection of the workday. Mileage between your home and the first inspection, and from the last inspection back home, is not reimbursed.
- Vehicle & Insurance: Required
- Work Location: On the road
Application Question(s):
- Are you comfortable with the per-inspection compensation structure outlined in this posting?
- Do you have a valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current automobile insurance?
- Are you willing to successfully complete a background check and mandatory drug test
- Are you able to conduct inspections throughout the Tennessee Valley Regional Housing Authority service area, including Morristown, Rutledge, Bean Station, Oak Ridge, Oliver Springs, and Clinton, TN?
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $12