Independent Contractor – Insurance Field Inspector

Underwriter Services Association; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Midwest Technical Inspections, Inc. seeks experienced independent contractors to perform insurance underwriting inspections focused on commercial and residential properties and workers’ compensation.

Most work centers on commercial lines, with travel to client sites for hazard assessments. Inspectors operate as independent contractors; earnings are commission-based and paid by the hour based on inspection length and complexity.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication in English.
• High degree of personal integrity and strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail with good organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time and handle multiple sites.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with insureds and clients.

Responsibilities

• For commercial lines, travel to insureds' business sites to evaluate hazards and safety concerns.
• Interview owners, tour premises, take measurements, photos, and identify hazards.
• Assist with workers’ compensation inspections where WC work is assigned.
• Workload varies by location; hours can range from one day to several days per week; territory discussed on availability.
• Inspections require an insured vehicle, high-speed Internet access, and a digital camera.

Skills

English proficiency

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Time management

Professional telephone interaction

Job description

Midwest Technical Inspections, Inc. seeks experienced independent contractors to perform insurance underwriting inspections focused on commercial and residential properties and workers’ compensation.

Most work centers on commercial lines, with travel to client sites for hazard assessments. Inspectors operate as independent contractors; earnings are commission-based and paid by the hour based on inspection length and complexity.