High Value Residential Insurance Inspector

Signature Appraisals, Underwriting and Loss Control; Marquette (MI); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Signature Companies seeks a Field Consultant to perform on-site surveys for high-value residences across the Upper Peninsula. You will work as an independent contractor from a home office, scheduling surveys, taking measurements, photos, and documenting issues for underwriters.

You may leverage experience in insurance adjusting, home appraisals, or construction; a BA/BS is preferred but not required, and a late-model vehicle plus internet access are needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in Insurance Adjusting, Home Appraisals, Real Estate, or Construction is a plus.
• BA or BS degree desired, but not required.
• Strong self-management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct on-site High Value Property Surveys within your schedule.
• Visit properties, take photos and measurements, document issues for underwriter attention.
• Identify construction materials, characteristics, and unique features of the home.
• Obtain measurements and generate an estimated replacement value of the home.
• Communicate findings via Loss Control 360 on the Signature website.

Skills

Insurance

Underwriting

Home appraisals

Real estate

Construction

Education

Bachelor's degree desired

Tools

Rapid Sketch

Xactimate

CAD

Job description

High Value Residential Insurance Inspector

Posted On 01/31/2025

Job Information

Insurance

Work Experience: 1-3 years

City: Marquette

State/Province: Michigan

Zip Code: 49855

Job Description

Signature is looking to add a Field Consultant for the following counties: Upper Peninsula

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

For 30 years, Signature Companies ( 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, quality, and timely service.

We are looking for self-starting, self-motivated, and self-directed independent contractors (1099) who are creative, knowledgeable in their field, and possess an entrepreneurial spirit to work in their area of choice. We can provide a supplement to your current income or become your main source of income.

Experience in Insurance Adjusting, Home Appraisals, Real Estate, or Construction is a plus. Experience using Rapid Sketch, Xactimate, CAD, or other diagramming programs 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 document issues for 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:

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