Des Moines, IA - Loss Control Field Inspector – Independent Contractor

Associated Services Inspections

Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 65 - 75

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Associated Services Inspections (ASI) is actively hiring Loss Control Field Inspectors in Des Moines, IA. Inspectors review requirements, schedule with clients, and perform on-site evaluations of commercial, residential, and agricultural properties.

You will document building systems, life safety, and liability exposures with photos and detailed reports. Candidates should have 3–5 years in loss control inspections, knowledge of property, liability, and workers’ comp, and comfortable with online

Qualifications

3–5 years of commercial insurance loss control inspection experience.
Knowledge of Commercial property, General liability, and Workers’ compensation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel within a 50‑mile radius; more area = more cases.
Comfortable with online reporting systems and document uploads.

Responsibilities

Receive assignments electronically and review inspection requirements.
Contact the insured via phone, email, or text to schedule appointments.
Conduct on-site evaluations of commercial, residential, or agricultural properties and assess building systems, life safety, maintenance and liability exposures.
Capture typically 20–35 interior and exterior photos per structure.
Take measurements using a measuring wheel, laser, or satellite tools.
Update inspection status through ASI’s online platform.
Complete reports using Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch, including checklists, narratives, and digital photos.

Skills

3–5 years experience

Strong written/verbal communication

Travel within 50 miles

Tools

Loss Control 360

Rapid Sketch

Job description

Immediate openings available in your area!

About Us

Associated Services Inspections, Ltd. is a premier commercial and residential inspection company that has provided honest, trusted, and highly detailed inspection services since 1981. ASI delivers customized, high‑quality underwriting reports with fast turnaround times, supporting superior decision‑making for insurance carriers and underwriters.

ASI’s inspection professionals serve a wide range of property types, including commercial buildings, residential properties, and farm & ranch operations, offering thorough assessments supported by high‑resolution images and clear reporting.

Compensation

ASI pays a competitive flat fee per case, based on:

Client requirements
Inspection type
Complexity of the assignment

Most standard inspections fall within the $65–$75 range, with higher fees for specialized or technically advanced cases.

Role Responsibilities: Loss Control Field Inspector

Inspectors contracted with ASI will:

Receive assignments electronically and review all inspection requirements.
Contact the insured via phone, email, or text to schedule appointments.
Conduct on‑site evaluations of commercial, residential, or agricultural properties, assessing:
- Building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
- Fire protection and life safety
- Maintenance and housekeeping
- General liability exposures
- Property conditions and risk factors
Capture typically 20–35 interior and exterior photos per structure.
Take measurements using a measuring wheel, laser, or satellite measurements.
Interview the insured regarding operations, building system ages, and risk‑related details.
Update inspection status through ASI’s online platform.
Complete reports using Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch, including checklists, narratives, and digital photos.

Preferred Qualifications

3–5 years of commercial insurance loss control inspection experience
Knowledge of: Commercial property, General liability, and Workers’ compensation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
Comfortable with online reporting systems and document uploads
Ability to travel within a 50‑mile radius; the more area you cover, the more cases you are likely to receive.

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