Field Inspector 1099 Contractor

Seek Now • Cumberland, MD

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 support Outside and Inside Insurance Adjusters while providing excellent customer service. Positions are available in major U.S. markets. The role involves frequent local travel and travel to areas affected by weather catastrophes, sometimes for assignments lasting two to six weeks. Contractors provide their own availability and required equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to climb and walk on any type of roof, including steep and high roofs.
• 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, prioritization, self-direction, and ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to accept assignments on short notice and travel daily within a 100-mile radius, including two to five hours of driving per day.
• Ability to travel to catastrophe-affected locations when needed, including assignments averaging two to six weeks.
• Ability to obtain HAAG Certification within the first year if not already certified.
• Clean, reliable truck, van, or SUV; 32-foot ladder; operational laptop and smartphone; roofing boots; and professional appearance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• State-issued workers’ compensation and a certificate of general liability insurance.
• LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two years of experience in construction, service, or sales is preferred.
• Previous experience as a roofer is ideal.
• HAAG Certification is a plus.
• Experience with property and liability insurance coverage and standards is a plus.
• Insurance adjuster experience, roofing sales or building experience, and a team-first customer service attitude.
• Ability and willingness to increase income and travel frequently, particularly after hurricanes, tornadoes, or other weather catastrophes.

Responsibilities

• Climb two-story and steeper roofs, including carrying, setting up, and safely climbing a 32-foot extension ladder.
• Sketch and measure roof and room components and calculate the areas of roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas.
• Conduct accurate, impartial, and complete roof inspections, identifying roof age, leaks, deterioration, hail and wind damage, and previous repairs.
• Conduct accurate, high-quality home and commercial property inspections.
• Submit required photos, measurements, and documentation through the proprietary smartphone and laptop application according to reporting guidelines.
• Travel daily within a 100-mile radius to scheduled inspections, typically involving two to five hours of driving per day.
• Travel beyond a 100-mile radius when needed to inspect properties in areas affected by weather catastrophes, including assignments averaging two to six weeks.
• Maintain professional and safety standards required by insurance carriers.
• Partner with Seek Now’s internal team to complete daily tasks and escalate customer or client issues when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Great earning potential, described as six figures plus.
• Paid weekly.
• Team-first environment.
• State-of-the-art technology-based inspection tool.
• Strong support team for 1099 independent contractor field inspectors.
• Hotel fees paid or reimbursed on catastrophe jobs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED