About The Position

EXL Risk Control is seeking self-directed independent contractors to conduct onsite survey and inspection assignments in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area and other locations within approximately 60 miles of Pittsburgh. The inspector works from their own home or office and communicates with clients while meeting quality and timeliness standards. Inspectors schedule onsite surveys and provide risk control reports to insurance industry clients. Reports provide information used to underwrite commercial insurance policies and may include recommendations for controlling or correcting potential loss-producing conditions. Inspectors manage assignments they accept, secure customer appointments within a local territory, and complete work on time. The role evaluates commercial businesses to identify hazards, improve safety, and mitigate risks. Survey locations may include retail businesses, restaurants, hotels, apartments, construction jobsites, churches, and schools. Surveys most often assess Property and General Liability coverage, though assignments may also involve Workers Compensation, Auto/Fleet, Products Liability, Inland Marine, and Builders Risk. Fees are negotiable based on experience and the specific aspects of selected jobs.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Computer proficiency.
  • Commitment to meeting client quality and timeliness standards.
  • Ability to work independently and manage accepted assignments.
  • Reliable vehicle.
  • Auto and General Liability Insurance.
  • Provide a digital camera or tablet, computer, printer, high-speed internet access, and a measuring device such as a laser, 100-foot tape, or measuring wheel.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in commercial insurance, real estate, inspection, construction, claims, loss control, underwriting, and/or fire and safety.
  • Candidates without relevant experience may qualify through a referenced 15-hour online certification option.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule onsite surveys with customers.
  • Prepare and provide risk control reports to insurance industry clients for commercial policy underwriting.
  • Recommend ways to control or correct potential loss-producing conditions when appropriate.
  • Manage accepted assignments and secure customer appointments within a local territory.
  • Complete work assignments on time and meet client quality standards.
  • Inspect commercial operations to identify hazards and improve safety across applicable insurance lines.
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