Contract

Signature Appraisals, Underwriting and Loss Control; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Signature Companies is seeking a Field Consultant to cover the North East Regions of Indiana. You will schedule and perform on-site high-value property surveys, visit homes, take measurements, photos and note hazards for underwriters. Manage own schedule as a 1099 contractor.

Ideal candidates bring real estate, insurance adjusting or home appraisal experience, and familiarity with survey software. Work from a home office with flexible hours and support from an experienced field team.

Qualifications

• Professionally present and courteous.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with real estate or insurance-related inspections is a plus.
• Experience using CAD, Rapid Sketch, Xactimate or similar diagramming software is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct on-site High Value Property Surveys.
• Visit properties, take photos and measurements.
• Document findings for underwriting and loss control reports.
• Coordinate with homeowners and insurance agents to gather information.

Skills

Professionalism

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree desired but not required

Tools

Smartphone

Tablet

Windows PC

High speed internet

Digital camera

Laser distance meter

Measuring wheel

Job description

High Value Residential Insurance Inspector

Fort Wayne, United States | Posted on 10/01/2026

• City Fort Wayne
• State/Province Indiana
• Country United States

About Us

Since 1993, Signature Companies has been a trusted provider of inspection and appraisal services to insurance carriers. We prioritize client relationships and commit ourselves to asking thoughtful questions while focusing on collecting data that helps identify and quantify potential risks.

Job Description

Signature is looking to add a Field Consultant to cover the North East Regions of Indiana

Are you looking for a new career that allows you to work independently, is flexible, and challenging every day, then we have a new and exciting career for you!

For 30 years, Signature Companies ( https://signaturecompanies.com ) has been the industry leader and innovator in providing quality, professional and unparalleled service to our client partners. At Signature Companies we are a High Value Insurance information provider, dedicated to superior customer service, superior quality, and superior time service.

Signature Companies is looking for self-starting, self-motivated and self-directed independent contractors (1099) to work in an area of their choosing, around the area in which they live. We can provide a supplement to your current income or become your main source of income.

Experience in Real Estate, Insurance Adjusting, Construction or Home Appraisals is a plus. Experience using CAD, Rapid Sketch, Xactimate or another diagramming program will be helpful.

As a Field Consultant, you will be responsible for scheduling and conducting on-site High Value Property Surveys. This involves coordinating and completing surveys within your own schedule, managing work assignments you accept and timely completion of web-based reports. You will visit properties, take photos and measurements, and make note of issues which should be brought to the underwriter’s attention.

Our experienced and dedicated Field Management team will provide mentoring and support to help you learn and excel at Signature Companies.

Details of position:

• Work from your home office.
• Professionally interact over the phone, via email, and in-person with homeowners and insurance agents.
• Drive to and conduct on-site property surveys on high value homes as per customer specific guidelines and procedures.
• Identify and document the construction materials/characteristics and unique features of the home.
• Obtain measurements of the home and other structures on the property.
• Generate an estimated replacement value of the home and identify major hazards.
• Communicate the information gathered during on-site inspection in loss control 360 accessed through the Signature website.

Requirements

Requirements and Tools needed:

• High level of professionalism
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Must have smartphone, tablet and Windows-Based PC
• High speed internet, Digital Camera or Smart phone with 16mp camera or greater, measuring devices such as: laser, soft tape measure, or measuring wheel.
• A late model reliable vehicle and Auto and General Liability Insurance.
• BA or BS degree desired but not required.
• Prior inspection experience on residential homes is desirable.
• Construction experience desired but not required.