Buffalo, NY - Loss Control Field Inspector – Independent Contractor

Associated Services Inspections • Buffalo, NY

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Associated Services Inspections, Ltd. (ASI) is seeking independent contractor Loss Control Field Inspectors in the Buffalo, New York area. ASI provides commercial and residential inspection services and prepares detailed underwriting reports for insurance carriers and underwriters.

Inspectors receive assignments electronically, schedule appointments with insureds, perform on-site property evaluations, take photographs and measurements, interview insureds, update assignment status online, and complete reports using Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch. Compensation is a competitive flat fee per case based on client requirements, inspection type, and assignment complexity. Most standard inspections pay $70–$80, with higher fees for specialized or technically advanced cases.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Comfort with online reporting systems and document uploads.
• Ability to travel within a 50-mile radius; covering a larger area may result in receiving more cases.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5 years of commercial insurance loss control inspection experience.
• Knowledge of commercial property, general liability, and workers’ compensation.
• Certifications such as CSP, OHST, ALCM, or ARM.
• Commercial building inspection skills.
• Fire and life safety knowledge.
• Industrial or environmental safety knowledge.
• Construction knowledge.
• Customer service skills.
• Online reporting and document handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments electronically and review inspection requirements.
• Contact insureds by phone, email, or text to schedule appointments.
• Conduct on-site evaluations of commercial, residential, or agricultural properties, assessing building systems, fire protection and life safety, maintenance and housekeeping, general liability exposures, property conditions, and risk factors.
• Capture typically 20–35 interior and exterior photographs per structure.
• Take measurements using a measuring wheel, laser, or satellite measurements.
• Interview insureds about operations, building system ages, and risk-related details.
• Update inspection status through ASI’s online platform.
• Complete reports in Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch, including checklists, narratives, and digital photos.

What This Job Offers

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