Rating Field Inspector (RFI)

SPECIALTY INSPECTORS LLC • Bradenton, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Specialty Inspectors, LLC is hiring a full-time, field-based Rating Field Inspector to perform measurements, verifications, inspections, quality assurance examinations, and energy testing for residential homes and their equipment and systems. The work includes tests and inspections such as airflow and air-leakage verification, duct leakage measurement, fan efficacy verification, hot water distribution verification, HVAC efficiency rating verification, insulation installation and air-infiltration sealing inspection, whole-house fan measurement, refrigerant charge verification, and solar PV shade analysis. The inspector documents observed conditions and processes assessment reports.

The position requires travel within the assigned area, with travel listed as up to 50%. The inspector works with the central scheduling team, builder clients, and trade subcontractors to complete inspections, document compliance, troubleshoot issues, and communicate project status. The role also includes training client personnel on the company software platform and assisting with customer complaint resolution. Inspections must follow RESNET guidelines and applicable code, ISO, and certification requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current RESNET Rater or Rating Field Inspector (RFI) certification, or ability to obtain certification within three months of hire.
• Current driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong computer and technology skills, including use of cameras, smartphones, ToughPads, tablets, required computer programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Thorough understanding of local building codes and regulations.
• Ability to describe job-site observations in detail.
• Ability to read blueprints and other construction documents.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Professional, team-oriented approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to keep others adequately informed.
• Good customer-service skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned area.
• Ability to operate and use basic equipment, including hard hats, eye and hearing protection, ladders, levels, flashlights, tape measures, and similar tools.
• Ability to work in extreme climate conditions.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and to walk, bend, reach, and climb at a job site.
• Ability to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible force constantly, to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Keen attention to detail, self-direction, ability to work independently and on multiple projects concurrently, and ability to produce accurate results while meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as an energy auditor, HVAC installation technician, or HVAC service technician.

Responsibilities

• Complete home inspections in coordination with the central scheduling team and according to each project’s scope of work.
• Conduct field inspections and collect data and photographs to document scope-of-work compliance, including building-code, voluntary-program, and quality-construction requirements.
• Work with builder clients and trade subcontractors to troubleshoot the primary causes of issues found during inspections.
• Complete inspections in accordance with RESNET guidelines.
• Train client field and trade personnel on Specialty Inspectors’ software platform.
• Assist with customer complaint resolution and documentation according to company policy.
• Communicate project status, updates, and changes to the central scheduling team.
• Meet applicable code, ISO, and certification compliance requirements.
• Document observed conditions and process assessment reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED