Field Inspector 1099 Contractor

Seek Now•Cumberland, MD

1d•Remote

About The Position

Seek Now is seeking reliable, skilled, and experienced 1099 independent contractors to perform accurate, impartial, and complete inspections of residential and commercial properties. Field Inspectors are experienced claim handlers who can access and inspect steep, high roofs and support outside and inside insurance adjusters while providing excellent customer service. Positions are available in major U.S. markets. The work is fully remote, primarily outdoors, and requires frequent travel, including travel to catastrophe-affected areas for assignments that may last two to six weeks. Contractors provide their availability and are expected to travel 100% of the time. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
At least two years of experience in construction, service, or sales is preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to climb and walk on any type of roof.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to use a laptop and smartphone, navigate applications, enter data, and use Microsoft Office products.
Ability to earn HAAG Certification within the first year if not already certified.
Ability to submit complete, high-quality reports on time.
Customer service, organization, and prioritization skills.
Ability to work independently, learn quickly, and accept assignments on short notice.
Ability to travel daily within a 100-mile radius and travel to catastrophe-affected areas for assignments averaging two to six weeks.
Clean, reliable truck, van, or SUV; 32-foot ladder; operational laptop and smartphone; roofing boots; valid driver’s license; state-issued Workers Compensation Certificate; Certificate of General Liability Insurance; and LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods, drive up to five hours a day, kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, reach, work overhead, and lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors in hot and cold weather and continually use manual dexterity in both hands.
Ability to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a roofer.
HAAG Certification.
Experience with property and liability insurance coverage and standards.
Insurance adjuster experience.
Roofing sales or building experience.

Responsibilities

Climb two-story or taller and steep roofs.
Carry, set up, and safely climb a 32-foot extension ladder multiple times a day.
Lift, carry, and set up ladders and other equipment weighing up to 100 pounds.
Sketch and measure roof and room components, and calculate areas of roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas.
Conduct accurate, impartial, and complete roof inspections, including identifying roof age, leaks, deterioration, hail and wind damage, and previous repairs.
Perform accurate, high-quality home and commercial property inspections.
Enter required photos, measurements, and documentation through the proprietary software application using a smartphone and laptop, and meet reporting guidelines.
Travel daily within a 100-mile radius for scheduled inspections, typically driving two to five hours a day.
Travel to areas affected by weather catastrophes when needed, including assignments averaging two to six weeks.
Maintain professional and safety standards required by insurance carriers.
Partner with the internal Seek Now team to complete daily tasks and escalate customer or client issues when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.