Residential Loss Control Inspector

Underwriter Services Association; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Underwriter Services Association is seeking experienced Residential Loss Control Consultants to join as independent contractors. You will conduct interior and/or exterior loss control inspections for insured properties within your coverage area, reporting through a cloud-based system.

No license required; pay is per inspection with weekly payout after completion. You'll need your own equipment (camera, measuring tools, laptop or tablet) and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1 year interior/exterior residential loss control surveys and 3–5 years in commercial loss control.
• Ability to meet hard due dates with minimal supervision.
• Own a Windows 10 computer with reliable internet.
• Be detail oriented, organized, with flexible schedule.
• Reliable car to cover wide territory as needed, with reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Set site inspection appointments with insured/agent via email or phone.
• Complete physical inspections as required by the carrier.
• Take clear digital photos of properties.
• Identify and document hazards/controls at the property.
• Complete on-site management interviews as required.
• Upload reports/photos through cloud-based system by the deadline.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Bi-lingual plus

Tools

Windows 10 PC

Digital camera

Measuring wheel

Camera pole 12 ft

Cloud-based reporting

Job description

Residential Loss Control Consultant – Independent Contractor

We are looking for experienced Commercial Lines & Personal Lines (Residential) Insurance Consultants to become approved vendors. As an approved vendor, you will be contracted to conduct interior and/or exterior insurance loss control inspections in your coverage area. No licensing required. Appointments are set at the mutual convenience of the inspector and property contact. Orders are sent and completed reports are returned through a cloud-based system. This is contract-based work that is paid per inspection for a fee set in advance. Vendors work independently and fees are paid weekly upon satisfactory order completion. Preferred Reports makes no guaranty of assignments or revenue. The vendor shall have their own equipment for use when conducting inspections (computer, digital camera, scanner, cell phone, etc.), reliable transportation, and be available for calls. During your visit you will conduct an interview, survey/inspect the premises, identify hazards/controls, take digital photographs, and make any necessary recommendations to improve risk. Most inspections will also call for buildings to be measured, square footage calculated, and diagrams produced. Following the site visit the vendor is expected to promptly produce a detailed and accurate report of the information obtained.

All vendors must provide a current resume and submit to a background check which includes a criminal records check and may include a drug screen. Bi-lingual is a plus.

Vendor Qualifications

• Preferably one year’s experience completing interior/exterior residential insurance loss control surveys and reports and 3 to 5 years experience in Commercial Loss Control assignments.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently to meet hard due dates with minimum supervision.
• Own a computer with the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system and high-speed internet access.
• Be detail oriented and well organized with a flexible schedule.
• Must have reliable car with ability to cover a wide territory on a as needed basis if required.
• Must have a digital camera, high-speed internet access with excellent knowledge of Microsoft products, and a measure wheel or similar device.
• Must have a camera pole that extends up to 12 ft and a measuring tool for P.L. work.

Responsibilities

• Accurately provide the information requested in all forms within the order. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Set site inspection appointments with insured/agent via email and/or phone calls.
  • Complete physical inspections of properties as required by the carrier.
  • Take clear digital photos of properties.
  • Identify and document any hazards/controls that are found at the property.
  • Complete on-site management interviews regarding the property, as required.
  • Upload report / photos through a cloud-based system by the specified deadline.
• Become familiar with client specific guidelines.
• Communicate as needed with Preferred Reports, agent’s, and insureds.
• Provide high quality and professional services.