Residential Mid to High Value Insurance Inspector

Underwriter Services Association; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Signature Companies is seeking independent contractors to serve as Residential Insurance Inspectors. As a 1099 contractor, you will travel to client locations, perform on-site inspections, take photos, measure properties, and prepare detailed reports for underwriters.

Reports are paid per completed inspection with monthly invoicing through our cloud‑based system. You set your own schedule while meeting a 21‑day turnaround for each inspection.

Qualifications

• At least two years of comparable inspection experience.
• Reliable transportation and a high‑speed internet connection.
• Owns a digital camera and measuring wheel with a Windows PC.
• Proficient with inventory and reporting software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Preferred: underwriting or residential inspection experience; BA/BS; CPCU/IIA certifications.
• Must own a 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

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Inventory & reporting software

Education

BA/BS degree

CPCU or IIA certifications preferred

Tools

Digital camera

Measuring wheel

Windows PC

Smartphone/Tablet ownership

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.