High Value Residential Insurance Inspector

Signature Companies; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Independence in the role

Mentoring from experienced team

Job summary

A property inspection firm is seeking a High Value Residential Insurance Inspector to perform property surveys in North Carolina. This independent contractor position offers flexibility and the ability to work from home. Responsibilities include conducting on-site inspections, documenting property features, and generating replacement value estimates. Strong communication skills and prior inspection experience are preferred. Tools required include a smartphone, tablet, and measuring devices. Competitive compensation and support from experienced management are provided.

Qualifications

• High level of professionalism is essential.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Prior inspection or underwriting experience is advantageous.
• High speed internet and a camera with 16MP+.
• Late-model vehicle with auto liability insurance.
• BA or BS degree desired but not required.
• Experience in residential inspections desirable.
• Loss control or underwriting experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and conduct on-site surveys in a professional manner.
• Document construction materials and features during inspections.
• Generate estimated replacement values and identify hazards.
• Generate estimated replacement value and identify hazards.
• Document findings in loss control system via Signature website.

Skills

Professionalism

Communication skills

Inspection experience

Construction knowledge

Education

BA or BS degree

Tools

Smartphone

Tablet

Windows-Based PC

Digital camera with ≥ 16mp

Measuring devices

Job description

High Value Residential Insurance Inspector

Signature Companies is looking for a Field Consultant to cover the Buncombe County and surrounding areas.

The position is an independent contractor (1099) role that offers independence, flexibility, and daily challenge.

As a Field Consultant you will be responsible for scheduling and conducting on‑site High Value Property Surveys. This includes 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 note issues that 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 and Tools Needed

• High level of professionalism.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a smartphone, tablet, and Windows‑Based PC.
• High speed internet, a digital camera or smartphone with a 16mp camera or greater, and measuring devices such as laser, soft tape measure, or measuring wheel.
• A late‑model reliable vehicle and auto & general liability insurance.
• BA or BS degree desired but not required.
• Prior inspection experience on residential homes desirable.
• Loss control experience desirable.
• Prior underwriting experience desirable.
• Construction experience desired but not required.

Experience

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.

Location

Winston‑Salem, NC and Fayetteville, NC.