Field Inspector 1099 Contractor

Seek Now•Bloomington, IN

3d•Remote

About The Position

Seek Now is seeking reliable, skilled, and experienced 1099 independent contractors to perform accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections. Field Inspectors are experienced claim handlers who can access and inspect steep, high roofs and assist Outside and Inside Insurance Adjusters while providing excellent customer service. Positions are available in major U.S. markets. The role involves scheduled inspections within a 100-mile radius, typically requiring two to five hours of driving per day, and travel to areas affected by weather catastrophes when needed. Catastrophe assignments may last two to six weeks at a time. Inspectors use a smartphone, laptop, and proprietary software to document inspections and submit reports. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and is fully remote, with work performed mostly outdoors and occasionally indoors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to climb and walk on any type of roof.
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.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Customer service skills.
Organization and prioritization skills.
Ability to be a self-starter and quick learner.
Ability to accept assignments on short notice.
Ability and willingness to travel daily within a 100-mile radius and take out-of-state catastrophe assignments lasting two to six weeks.
Clean, reliable truck, van, or SUV.
32-foot ladder.
Operational laptop and smartphone.
Professional appearance and roofing boots.
Valid driver's license.
State-issued workers' compensation coverage, certificate of general liability insurance, and LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization.
Must be able to stand or walk for long periods, drive up to five hours per day, kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, reach, work overhead, and lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to work outdoors in hot and cold weather and continually use manual dexterity in both hands.
Must be able to routinely use standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 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 or taller buildings and steep roofs.
Carry, set up, and safely climb a 32-foot extension ladder multiple times per 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 of different sizes and shapes.
Perform 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.
Submit required photos, measurements, and documentation through proprietary software using a smartphone and laptop, following 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 inspections in 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.
Escalate customer or client issues when appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.