Insurance Property Inspector

Information Providers • Hamburg, NJ

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About The Position

Information Providers, Inc. (IPI) is seeking a part-time 1099 Insurance Property Inspector to conduct field-based property inspections in Hamburg, New Jersey, and nearby service areas, including Sparta. The position pays $20–$28 per billable hour and offers flexible hours, with inspectors dispatching from home and no requirement to report to a central office.

The inspector visits homes and businesses, takes detailed photographs, documents features relevant to underwriting, evaluates property conditions, identifies potential hazards or concerns, and gathers accurate information. The inspector then prepares thorough underwriting survey reports remotely and submits them in a timely manner. Normal field operating hours are Monday through Saturday, from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. or dusk, whichever is earlier. Unless requested by the policyholder or resident, inspections or phone contact are not conducted after 8:00 p.m., on Sundays, or on holidays. Applicants must be able to pass a background check. No specific degree is required.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel throughout the assigned territory.
• Ability to work independently and manage one's own schedule and workload.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate measuring, documentation, and reporting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, smartphones, and Windows-based laptops.
• Ability to complete administrative work remotely and submit reports in a timely manner.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve.
• Ability to work comfortably outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in insurance inspections.
• Previous experience in real estate or property appraisal.
• Previous experience in home inspections.
• Previous experience in insurance claims adjusting.
• Previous experience in construction or commercial contracting.
• Previous experience in loss control or risk assessment.
• First responder experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of homes and businesses.
• Capture detailed photographs and document property features relevant to underwriting decisions.
• Assess property conditions and identify potential hazards or concerns.
• Gather accurate property information.
• Compile thorough underwriting survey reports and submit them in a timely manner.
• Dispatch daily from home and manage the assigned territory, schedule, and workload independently.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed