Field Inspector 1099 Contractor

Seek Now•Bowie, MD

3d•Remote

About The Position

Seek Now is seeking reliable, skilled, and experienced 1099 independent contractors to conduct accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections. Field Inspectors are experienced claim handlers who can access and inspect steep, high roofs and support Outside and Inside Insurance Adjusters while delivering excellent customer service. Positions are available in major U.S. markets. The role involves frequent local travel for scheduled inspections and travel to catastrophe-affected areas when needed. Assignments in those areas may last two to six weeks. Inspectors use a smartphone, laptop, ladders, and proprietary inspection software to collect and submit photos, measurements, and documentation. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Inspectors provide their own availability and work as 1099 independent contractors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Experience using 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 submit complete, high-quality reports on time.
Customer service skills.
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, averaging two to five hours of driving per day, and travel for catastrophe assignments lasting two to six weeks when needed.
Ability to earn HAAG Certification within the first year if not already certified.
A clean, reliable truck, van, or SUV.
A 32-foot ladder.
An operational laptop and smartphone.
Professional appearance.
Roofing boots.
Valid driver's license.
State-issued workers' compensation.
Certificate of General Liability Insurance.
LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization.
Ability to stand or walk for long 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.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in construction, service, or sales.
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-plus 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.
Calculate areas of roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas with different sizes and shapes.
Conduct accurate, impartial, and complete roof inspections, including assessing roof age, leaks, deterioration, hail and wind damage, and previous repairs.
Perform accurate, high-quality home and commercial property inspections.
Enter photos, measurements, and documentation using proprietary software on a smartphone and laptop, following required reporting guidelines.
Travel daily within a 100-mile radius for scheduled inspections, averaging two to five hours of driving per day.
Travel beyond a 100-mile radius for catastrophe-related inspections 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.
Escalate customer or client issues when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.