Portland, ME - Loss Control Field Inspector – Independent Contractor

Associated Services Inspections, LTD; Portland (ME); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Associated Services Inspections, Ltd. is seeking a Loss Control Field Inspector to perform on-site risk assessments for commercial, residential, and agricultural properties.

Responsibilities include reviewing assignment requirements, contacting insureds to schedule visits, conducting evaluations of building systems, fire protection, and liability exposures, and capturing 20–35 photos per property. Travel within a 50-mile radius is expected.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial insurance loss control inspection experience
• Knowledge of commercial property, general liability, and workers’ compensation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel within a 50-mile radius
• Comfortable with online reporting systems and document uploads

Responsibilities

• Receive assignments electronically and review inspection requirements.
• Contact the insured via phone, email, or text to schedule appointments.
• Conduct on-site evaluations of commercial, residential, or agricultural properties, assessing building systems, fire protection and life safety, maintenance and housekeeping, general liability exposures, and property conditions.
• Capture typically 20–35 interior and exterior photos per structure.
• Take measurements using a measuring wheel, laser, or satellite measurements.
• Interview the insured regarding operations, building system ages, and risk-related details.
• Update inspection status through ASI’s online platform.
• Complete reports using Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch, including checklists, narratives, and digital photos.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent worker

Online reporting

Document handling

Tools

Loss Control 360

Rapid Sketch

Job description

About Us

Associated Services Inspections, Ltd. is a premier commercial and residential inspection company that has provided honest, trusted, and highly detailed inspection services since 1981. ASI delivers customized, high‑quality underwriting reports with fast turnaround times, supporting superior decision‑making for insurance carriers and underwriters.

ASI’s inspection professionals serve a wide range of property types, including commercial buildings, residential properties, and farm & ranch operations, offering thorough assessments supported by high‑resolution images and clear reporting.

Compensation

ASI pays a competitive flat fee per case, based on:

• Client requirements


• Inspection type


• Complexity of the assignment

Most standard inspections fall within the $70–$75 range, with higher fees for specialized or technically advanced cases.

Role Responsibilities: Loss Control Field Inspector

Inspectors contracted with ASI will:

• Receive assignments electronically and review all inspection requirements.


• Contact the insured via phone, email, or text to schedule appointments.


• Conduct on‑site evaluations of commercial, residential, or agricultural properties, assessing:


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  • Building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
  
  
  • Fire protection and life safety
  
  
  • Maintenance and housekeeping
  
  
  • General liability exposures
  
  
  • Property conditions and risk factors
  
  
  
  


• Capture typically 20–35 interior and exterior photos per structure.


• Take measurements using a measuring wheel, laser, or satellite measurements.


• Interview the insured regarding operations, building system ages, and risk‑related details.


• Update inspection status through ASI’s online platform.


• Complete reports using Loss Control 360 with Rapid Sketch, including checklists, narratives, and digital photos.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial insurance loss control inspection experience


• Knowledge of: Commercial property, General liability, and Workers’ compensation


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively


• Comfortable with online reporting systems and document uploads


• Ability to travel within a 50‑mile radius; the more area you cover, the more cases you are likely to receive.

Helpful (Not Required) Certifications

• CSP


• OHST


• ALCM


• ARM

Additional Relevant Skills

• Commercial building inspection


• Fire and life safety


• Industrial or environmental safety


• Construction knowledge


• Customer service


• Online reporting and document handling

We look forward to reviewing your application!

10235 West Little York Rd, Suite 111
Houston, Texas 77040
Phone: (832) 328‑5955