Des Moines IA Field Inspector Insurance Loss Control

H & S Loss Control Inspections; Des Moines (IA); On-site; < USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

H&S Loss Control Inspections, Inc. is seeking qualified field inspectors for insurance loss control inspections on an independent contractor basis.

The role involves reviewing assignments, scheduling inspections, and performing property inspections for utilities, building systems, and life safety, with documentation completed online. Applicants should have direct experience with commercial loss control inspections or training such as the VIITA Basic Commercial Line Inspector course.

Qualifications

• Direct experience with commercial line inspections in the USA or equivalent training.
• Experience reviewing inspection requirements and scheduling inspections with clients.
• Ability to take exterior/interior photos and measurements as part of reports.

Responsibilities

• Receive and review assignments electronically and determine inspection requirements.
• Schedule inspections with insured via phone, email, or text.
• Inspect properties for hazards related to utilities, building systems, and life safety; take photos and measurements.
• Interview insured for operations information and building ages.
• Document inspection status online and complete reports in Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch.

Skills

Commercial insurance knowledge

Property & casualty knowledge

Independent contractor status

Online reporting

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

VIITA Basic Commercial Line Inspector course

Tools

Loss Control 360

Rapid Sketch

Job description

Qualified Field Inspectors for Insurance Loss Control are needed in your area! Immediate placement available.

Pay:

We pay a competitive standard flat fee per case -based on customer as well as, inspection type and complexity.
The dominant standard flat fee range is $65 - $75, with some exceptions.

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Qualifications

We are currently seeking inspector applicants who are qualified to work in the USA and have a history of direct experience completing commercial line inspections and/or have completed a training course such as, the VIITA Basic Commercial Line Inspector course or its equivalent.

Full Job Description of the Loss Control Inspector

• Receives assignments electronically and reviews for inspection requirements.
• Schedules the inspection appointment with the Insured by phone, email, or text.
• Inspects the property for potential issues or hazards pertaining to utilities/building systems (heating, wiring, plumbing), common areas, maintenance, protections, and life safety, etc. Take 20-35 exterior/interior photos. Take measurements with a measuring wheel or with online tools as needed.
• Interviews the Insured for operations information, ages of the building systems, etc.
• Communicates inspection status through online application.
• Completes the inspection report on the web-based Loss Control 360 system with Rapid Sketch. Returns the completed report electronically (the reports consist of check-off questions, narrative, and digital photos).

Preferred skills:

• 3-5 years’ experience providing commercial insurance loss control inspections
• Understanding of commercial property and casualty lines: property, general liability, and worker's compensation
• Ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and communicate well verbally and in writing
• Comfortable completing reports online and uploading documents

Other Recommended Skills:

commercial building inspection ~ fire safety ~ industrial safety ~ environmental safety ~ construction work ~ customer service ~ online reporting and document handling ~ ability to travel approximately a 50-mile radius

Helpful (but not required) Professional certifications:

CSP, OHST, ALCM, ARM

H&S Loss Control Inspections, Inc company information:

We have provided insurance underwriting Loss Control inspection reports since 1970 and we work directly with insurance Underwriters. Our friendly support staff are available to help you by assigning orders and assisting with questions.

Despite the challenges presented by recent events, H&S has been continuing to grow and successfully serve our customers with excellent reports and time service!