Residential Mid to High Value Insurance Inspector

Underwriter Services Association; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 16,740 - 33,480; Full time

Job summary

Signature Companies is seeking independent Residential Insurance Inspectors to travel to client locations, conduct on-site inspections, take photos, and prepare detailed reports for underwriters.

You will work as a 1099 contractor with a flexible schedule, a 21-day turnaround per inspection, and monthly invoicing through a cloud‑based system. A suitable background in home inspection or loss control is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience in home inspection, loss control, or underwriting.
• Reliable transportation and high‑speed internet connection.
• Digital camera, measuring wheel or equivalent tool, and a Windows PC.
• Proficiency with inventory and reporting software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• BA/BS degree preferred; CPCU or IIA certifications preferred.
• Must own smartphone, tablet, and personal computer.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments with homeowners and conduct on‑site surveys.
• Take photographs and perform detailed measurements of the property.
• Document construction details, unique architectural features, and ownership risks.
• Identify underwriting concerns and outline recommendations to prevent future losses.
• Compile a written replacement‑cost estimate and full inspection report from your home office.
• Submit reports online and ensure quality checks are met before forwarding to underwriting staff.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Reliable transportation

High-speed internet

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Digital camera

Measuring wheel

Microsoft Windows PC

Inventory and reporting software

Job description

Signature Companies is hiring independent contractors as Residential Insurance Inspectors. As a 1099 contractor, you will travel to client locations, conduct inspections, take photographs, record measurements, and produce detailed reports that are reviewed before submission to underwriters. Work is paid per completed report, with invoices processed monthly through our cloud‑based system. You set your own schedule while meeting a 21‑day turnaround for each inspection.

Responsibilities

• Schedule appointments with homeowners and conduct on‑site surveys.
• Take photographs and perform detailed measurements of the property.
• Document construction details, unique architectural features, and ownership risks.
• Identify underwriting concerns and outline recommendations to prevent future losses.
• Compile a written replacement‑cost estimate and full inspection report from your home office.
• Submit reports online and ensure quality checks are met before forwarding to underwriting staff.

Requirements

• At least two years of comparable experience (e.g., home inspector, loss control, or underwriting).
• Reliable transportation and a high‑speed internet connection.
• Digital camera, measuring wheel or equivalent tool, and Microsoft Windows PC.
• Proficiency with inventory and reporting software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Preferred: prior underwriting or residential inspection experience, construction background, loss‑control experience, BA/BS degree. Preferred certifications include CPCU or IIA.
• Must own a smartphone, tablet, and personal computer.