Independent Field Inspector – High-Value Homes

Signature Appraisals, Underwriting and Loss Control; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Signature Appraisals, Underwriting and Loss Control in Brainerd, MN seeks experienced High Value Residential Insurance Inspectors to join as independent contractors. You’ll conduct on-site surveys, document construction features, capture measurements and photos, and prepare underwriter-ready reports for high-net-worth properties.

Ideal candidates bring strong construction knowledge, familiarity with loss control practices, and ability to work remotely in your local market while meeting carrier

Qualifications

• Direct experience as High Value Residential Insurance Inspector.
• Background in insurance inspections, loss control, underwriting support, or high-end home appraisals.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods and custom features.
• Experience estimating replacement costs for high value properties.
• Proficiency with diagramming software such as Rapid Sketch, Xactimate, CAD or similar tools.
• Excellent communication with homeowners and agents.
• Strong time management and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Interact with homeowners and insurance agents over phone, email, in person.
• Schedule and conduct on-site inspections per carrier guidelines.
• Document construction features, high-end finishes, and architectural elements.
• Capture measurements, photographs, and site observations.
• Identify underwriting concerns, hazards, and loss exposures.
• Develop accurate replacement cost estimates reflecting quality materials.
• Submit timely web-based reports meeting carrier guidelines.
• Report information using Loss Control 360 on Signature website.

Skills

Field inspections

Residential construction

Communication skills

Sketching

Independent worker

Tools

Rapid Sketch

Xactimate

CAD

Job description

Signature Appraisals, Underwriting and Loss Control in Brainerd, MN seeks experienced High Value Residential Insurance Inspectors to join as independent contractors. You’ll conduct on-site surveys, document construction features, capture measurements and photos, and prepare underwriter-ready reports for high-net-worth properties.

Ideal candidates bring strong construction knowledge, familiarity with loss control practices, and ability to work remotely in your local market while meeting carrier