NSPIRE Project Technician

Saint Paul, MN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 70 - 90

Posted on: 27-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description:

The NSPIRE Project Manager will support all TCB properties for HUD REAC/NSPIRE inspections unit turns open positions and special projects. This position will require travel throughout the Minnesota portfolio.

The NSPIRE Project Manager is responsible for providing pre-inspection guidance and perform industry standard repairs to site exteriors systems common and apartments (i.e. HVAC plumbing electrical carpentry etc.). The NSPIRE Project Manager should have a high degree of building trades knowledge as demonstrated by certification at a technical school and/or at least 2 years of experience in NSPIRE preparation.

The successful candidate must have an excellent customer service focus be able to work collaboratively in a positive productive relationship with the other team members be a fast learner able to understand the building systems and challenges without significant orientation and be technically skilled and self-directed to work independently.

Essential Functions:

Prepares and performs necessary repairs for REAC/NSPIRE inspections.
Diagnoses problems and repairs in the areas of electrical plumbing carpentry and HVAC and repairs/replaces appliances as needed. This includes but is not limited to: windows doors all fixtures painting grout and tile work keys and locks and grounds maintenance including snow removal from walkways parking lots and buildings.
Repairs items discovered in property walk-through related to physical inspections and updates tracking documentation to ensure repair items critical to inspection success have been achieved.
Oversees preparation for HUD REAC/NSPIRE inspection.
Regular weekday travels up to 15 business days per month as assigned by the Director of Facilities. Salary to reflect travel expectation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Up to date REAC/NSPIRE knowledge required.
Strong communication skills required. Must be comfortable with influencing the work of site staff without formal supervisory authority.
Must be comfortable and have the flexibility to work with a wide range of Community Managers and other staff across supported sites.
Knowledge of all hand and power tools cleaning supplies and protective equipment.
Ability to work independently and exercise significant discretion related to a range of maintenance issues and decisions.
Valid Drivers License required and must have reliable transportation.
Strong attention to detail organizational time-management and problem solving skills. Must be able to effectively prioritize and quickly shift focus when needed.
Superior customer service skills including the ability to manage difficult customers and/or situations.
Must be comfortable managing incidental expenses in line with 30 day reimbursement process.
Ability to read write understand and communicate in English.
Basic computer skills including industry software and spreadsheets required.
Knowledge of Federal Fair Housing Laws & Guidelines a plus.
Sense of humor poise and strong work ethic critical to success.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50 percent of the time. Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to service the lights and ceiling fans. Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 100 pounds across sites.
Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions.
Willingness to fly or drive to remote properties.

Education & Experience:

NSPIRE experience and training on UPCS standards.
High School diploma or equivalent required. Some trade school desired or 5 years of progressive responsibility in property management hospitality or retail experience required.
Minimum of 2 years of advanced hands-on repair in one or more building trades.
Industry-Trade certifications/Degrees (NAHMS CAMT OSHA HVAC ETC) preferred.
Must be willing to gain EPA universal technicians certificate within first 6-9 months.
Must have valid drivers license and clean driving record.
Access to a reliable vehicle required use of which will be necessary in the execution of duties at times beyond just getting to and from the work location.
This position requires the ability manage incidental and reimbursable travel expenses should they occur.

Benefits

Medical dental and vision insurance
12 Paid Holidays & tenure-based PTO accruals
Employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Tax-advantage accounts: commuter/parking medical & dependent care FSA
Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance
Confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Salary Range: $70-90k

The Community Builders is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Experience:

Position Description:The NSPIRE Project Manager will support all TCB properties for HUD REAC/NSPIRE inspections unit turns open positions and special projects. This position will require travel throughout the Minnesota portfolio.The NSPIRE Project Manager is responsible for providing pre-inspection ...