Field Inspector 1099 Contractor

Seek Now; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great earning potential – six figures

Paid weekly

Team-first environment

State-of-the-art technology for inspections

Hotel fees paid/reimbursed on CAT jobs

Job summary

Seek Now is looking for 1099 independent sub-contractors for property inspections in Iowa. Responsibilities include performing inspections, documenting results, and traveling to impacted areas. Preferred qualifications include roofing sales or construction experience, and the ability to utilize advanced inspection technology. A valid driver’s license and general liability insurance are required. This role offers great earning potential, flexibility, and support in a team-first environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and State Issued Workers Compensation.
• Must possess a Certificate of General Liability Insurance.
• Must be a 1099 independent contractor.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate property inspections and document using a smartphone application.
• Travel to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes.
• Represent Core Values: Self-Starter, Visionary & Strategic, Lead with Humility.

Skills

Roofing sales or construction experience

Property Insurance experience

Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds

Strong attention to detail

Time management skills

Professional customer service

Tools

3D Cameras

Drones

Moisture meters

Job description

Summary

Seek Now is searching for capable 1099 independent sub-contractors to provide accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections.

Our 1099 Field Inspectors are the frontline experts who assist and collect data for our clients in the Property Insurance, Facility Management, and Real Estate sectors.

Essential Expectations

• Ability and willingness to access and inspect steep and/or high roofs
• Lift, carry, and set up ladders and other equipment up to 100 pounds
• Sketch and measure roof and/or room components
• Scope the area of different sized and shaped roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas
• Perform accurate, impartial, and complete inspections, which includes but is not limited to identification of age and condition
• Travel to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes when needed, which includes assignments averaging two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time
  • Lodging is provided by Seek Now which can include having a fellow Seek Now Sub-Contractor as a roommate
• Ability to take assignments on short notice and complete all aspects of job assignments as defined
• Represent our Core Values: Self-Starter, Visionary & Strategic, Lead with Humility
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills with a focus on professionalism and customer service
• Document inspections using our proprietary software application on your smartphone device
• Be comfortable covering a 100-mile radius around your home market
• Flexible in job assignment scheduling
• Ability to utilize other equipment as needed including 3D Cameras, Drones, Moisture meters

Preferred Qualifications

• Roofing sales or construction experience
• Property Insurance experience
• Haag Certification
• Ability to use a 40'-foot ladder

Minimum Requirements

• A clean and reliable truck, van, or SUV that is capable of transporting a 32' ft ladder safely
• An operational laptop and smartphone
• Ability to travel, especially during catastrophic events such as hurricanes and tornadoes
• Ability to earn HAAG Certification within 90 days
• Ability to use a laptop and a smartphone, which includes navigating between applications, entering data, and using Microsoft Office products
• Ability to submit complete, quality reports on time
• 32-foot ladder
• Professional appearance
• Valid driver's license
• State Issued Workers Compensation
• Certificate of General Liability Insurance
• LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
• 1099 independent contractor
• Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
• Great earning potential – six figures
• Paid weekly.
• Team-first environment
• State-of-the-art, technology-based tool for inspections
• Strong support team for our 1099 independent contractor field inspectors
• Hotel fees paid/reimbursed on CAT jobs

Position Type and Hours

• 1099 independent contractor
• Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability

Benefits and Perks

• Great earning potential – six figures
• Paid weekly
• Team-first environment
• State-of-the-art, technology-based tool for inspections
• Strong support team for our 1099 independent contractor field inspectors
• Hotel fees paid/reimbursed on CAT jobs

Disclaimer

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, expectations, or functions that are required of the contractor.