Property Inspector

SBD Housing Solutions•Blue Springs, MO

About The Position

SBD Housing Solutions is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Property Inspector to join its property management team. The role involves traveling throughout the Kansas City metro area to visit residential properties, conduct routine inspections, document findings, communicate with residents, and coordinate with property management and maintenance teams to address concerns. Professional home-inspector experience is not required; experience in property management, maintenance, construction, facilities, field service, or similar hands-on work is beneficial. The role focuses on protecting owner investments through timely, quality inspections and educating and communicating with residents to promote safe, reliable housing. Inspectors are part of the resident support team, helping residents understand how to care for their homes and helping the company identify small issues before they become larger problems. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel between residential properties during the workday. Work includes walking properties, using stairs and navigating uneven surfaces, bending, reaching and squatting, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. SBD Housing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to travel between residential properties throughout the workday.
Ability to walk properties, including stairs and uneven surfaces.
Ability to bend, reach, squat, and move throughout residential properties.
Comfort working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Comfort using an iPad or tablet and basic computer applications.
Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to follow through.
Able to work independently in the field.
Professional and comfortable interacting with a variety of residents.
Able to communicate clearly, including when discussing concerns or lease requirements.
Organized and able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
Able to solve problems and use sound judgment.
Willingness to learn and follow SBD's inspection processes and standards.

Nice To Haves

Previous property inspection experience is preferred but not required.
Experience in property management, residential maintenance, construction, facilities, field service, home or property inspections, restoration, or similar hands-on work.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine residential inspections, including 90-day, semi-annual, lease renewal, violation follow-up, and other inspections.
Inspect the interior and exterior of homes for safety concerns, maintenance needs, damage, and property-condition issues.
Take photos and accurately document inspection findings using an iPad or tablet.
Communicate inspection findings and property-care expectations to residents professionally and respectfully.
Educate residents about maintenance responsibilities and lease requirements.
Clearly communicate violations and required corrections when necessary.
Identify issues requiring maintenance, repair, resident action, or additional review.
Communicate findings and follow-up needs to the property management team.
Complete assigned inspections accurately and within required timelines.
Use good judgment to recognize when an issue requires additional attention or expertise.