Insurance Property Inspector

Information Providers • Champaign, IL

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About The Position

Information Providers, Inc. is hiring a part-time 1099 Insurance Property Inspector in Champaign, Illinois. The role is independent and field-based, with flexible hours and dispatch from home; no central office reporting is required. Compensation is $20–$28 per billable hour.

The inspector conducts on-site inspections of homes and businesses, takes detailed photographs, documents property features, assesses conditions, identifies potential hazards or concerns, and gathers accurate information for underwriting decisions. The inspector then prepares thorough underwriting survey reports remotely and submits them on time.

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, surveys or phone contact are not completed after 8:00 p.m., on Sundays, or on holidays. Applicants must be able to pass a background check.

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.
• No specific degree is required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site inspections of residential and commercial properties.
• Capture detailed photographs and document property features relevant to underwriting decisions.
• Assess property conditions and identify potential hazards or concerns.
• Gather accurate property information for risk evaluation.
• Compile and submit thorough underwriting survey reports in a timely manner.
• Dispatch from home and manage field visits, administrative work, schedule, and workload independently.

What This Job Offers

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