HUD Inspector

Greenworks

HUD Inspector role for GreenWorks Inspections & Engineering conducting field inspections of HUD properties. Ensuring compliance with federal and local housing standards in a flexible contract opportunity.

Posted 7/2/2026contractRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform inspections on residential and multifamily properties under HUD Housing Quality Standards (HQS) or Uniform Physical Condition Standards (UPCS).
Assess and document the condition of structural, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
Identify and report code violations or deficiencies in compliance with HUD regulations.
Generate detailed digital reports using GreenWorks’ mobile tools and inspection software.
Communicate findings and compliance recommendations with property managers, housing authorities, and project stakeholders.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation for all inspections and field work.
Stay current on HUD standards, inspection protocols, and local housing regulations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of experience in property inspections, construction, building maintenance, code enforcement, or housing compliance.
Strong knowledge of HUD standards, Texas building codes, and municipal inspection protocols.
Prior work with Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) or affordable housing programs is a plus.
Familiarity with REAC, HQS, or FHA 203(k) processes preferred.
One or more of the following certifications are required : HQS Inspector Certification – HUD REAC UPCS Inspector Certification FHA Roster Inspector credentials TREC Home Inspector License (Texas) – strongly preferred for Texas-based inspections. ICC Certifications (optional but advantageous ): B1, E1, M1, P1 (Residential Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing).

Benefits

Comp & perks

1099 independent contractor role (no benefits, self-employed)

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Hard Skills & Tools

Property InspectionsCode EnforcementBuilding MaintenanceCondition AssessmentDocumentationCompliance ReportingInspection ProtocolsDigital ReportingDeficiency IdentificationRegulatory Knowledge

Soft Skills

CommunicationAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Certifications

HQS Inspector CertificationUPCS Inspector CertificationFHA Roster Inspector CredentialsTREC Home Inspector LicenseICC Certifications (B1, E1, M1, P1)