Field Inspector (Adjuster, Former & Current)

Company Story :

Seek Now, previously named Ladder Now, is a customer experience-technology company leveraging a network of professional experts to provide data-driven inspections.

We deliver ground truth to property & casualty, real estate, and finance customers that enable them to solve their business problems in a matter of hours minutes seconds.

Seek Now is well-positioned to disrupt the inspection world through a combination of our hard-working 3rd party contractors, talented employees, vast network, and cutting-edge technology.

For us, it is all about solving business problems for our customers. Our proven methods, commitment to excellence, and diverse team of professionals are what set Seek Now apart.

The claim volume and opportunity has never been greater than it is now. So, if you have been thinking about making a change, this may be a great fit for you and your business!

Position Summary :

Seek Now is searching for reliable, skilled, and experienced 1099 independent contractors to provide accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections.

Our 1099 Field Inspectors are experienced claim handlers with the capability and desire to access and inspect steep, high roofs and assist Outside and Inside Insurance Adjusters with amazing customer service.

Ideal candidates include 1099 independent contractors with :

Insurance Adjuster experience

Roofing sales or building experience

Strong team-first customer service attitude

Humility

Ability to access every roof

A reliable truck, van, or SUV

An operational laptop and smartphone

Ability to travel frequently, especially during catastrophic events such as hurricanes and tornadoes

Desire to increase income

HAAG Certification

Field Inspector 1099 independent contractor positions are available in all major US markets.

Whom You Are :

Climber you can access every roof

Guardian you make customers feel safe with you as you enter their homes and inspect around their most valuable possessions

Traveler you support our clients immediately after a hurricane, tornado, or other weather catastrophe by traveling to those locations hit by the catastrophe

Dependable you understand how critical your role is to the success of our business and yours, so you show up to appointments on time and on schedule consistently;

you don't want to let your team or our customers down

Empathetic you truly connect with customers and want to make every client a Seek Now brand advocate

Accountable you create high-quality, accurate inspection reports on time every time

Tech Savvy you know the basics of using a laptop and a smartphone typing, navigating to different screens, working in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, using different phone applications, etc.

Humble you understand that you are a member of a team, and the team is only as strong as its weakest link

Customer Advocate you deliver excellent customer service to every homeowner, adjuster, and client you encounter

Whom You are Not :

9 5 Office Worker one that likes to work inside with the same schedule day after day

Acrophobic one that is afraid of heights

Reactive one that gets easily agitated by others

Current Roofing Contractor one that wants to or will continue to work for / own roofing replacement or roofing repair company, as that would be a conflict of interest

Immobile one that is unable to travel within a 100-mile radius daily and unable to be on assignment out of state for two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time multiple times a year

Essential Functions and Duties :

Climb two-story+ and steep roofs

Carry, set up, and safely climb a 32-foot extension ladder multiple times a day, several days a week

Lift, carry, and set up ladders and other equipment up to 100 pounds multiple times a day, several days a week

Sketch and measure roof and / or room components

Calculate the area of different sized and shaped roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas

Perform accurate, impartial, and complete roof inspections, which includes but is not limited to identification of roof age, leaks, deterioration, hail damage, wind damage, and previous repairs

Perform accurate and high-quality home and commercial property inspections

Enter required photos, measurements, and documentation via proprietary software application via smart phone and laptop within required reporting guidelines

Travel daily within a 100-mile radius to perform scheduled inspections, which includes an average of two (2) to five (5) hours of driving a day

Travel more than a 100-miles radius to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes when needed, which includes assignments averaging two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time

Maintain professional and safety standards required by insurance carriers

Partner with internal Seek Now team to complete daily tasks

Escalate customer and / or client issues when appropriate

Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities :

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Ability to climb and walk on any type of roof

Skilled in both verbal and written communication

Ability to use a laptop and a smartphone, which includes navigating between applications, entering data, and using Microsoft Office products

Ability to earn HAAG Certification within first year

Ability to submit complete, quality reports on time

Skilled in customer service

Skilled in organization and prioritization

Ability to be a self-starter and a quick learner

Ability to take assignments on short notice

Ability to travel daily within a 100-mile radius to perform scheduled inspections, which includes an average of two (2) to five (5) hours of driving a day

Ability to travel more than a 100-miles radius to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes when needed, which includes assignments averaging two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time

Education and Experience Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalent experience required

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction, service, or sales preferred

Previous experience as a roofer ideal

Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel required

HAAG Certification a plus

Experience with property and liability insurance coverage and standards a plus

Other Requirements :

HAAG Certification within first year, if not already obtained

Clean, reliable truck, van, or SUV

32-foot ladder

Operational laptop and smartphone

Professional appearance

Roofing boots

Valid driver's license

State Issued Workers Compensation

Certificate of General Liability Insurance

LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization

Work Environment :

Mostly outdoor for external inspections of property

Occasional indoor inspections of property

Fully remote

Physical Demands :

Must be able to stand and / or walk for long periods of time

Must be able to drive up to five (5) hours a day

Must be able to kneel, squat, or bend

Must be able to work outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions

Must be able to climb, crawl, stoop, reach, and work overhead

Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull, up to 100 pounds

Must have continual use of manual dexterity in both hands

Must be able to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary

Must be able to routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers

Position Type and Hours :

1099 independent contractor

You provide your availability

Travel :

100% of travel expected

Benefits and Perks :

Great earning potential six figures plus, as we are Inc Top 200 fastest growing companies in America!

Paid weekly

Team-first environment

State-of-the-art, technology-based tool for inspections

Strong support team for our 1099 independent contractor field inspectors

Hotel fees paid / reimbursed on CAT jobs

Other Duties Disclaimer :

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Are you a self-motivated, construction savvy independent adjuster, contractor, or inspector looking for a better opportunity with a market-leading, tech-savvy inspection firm?

Would you like to work year-round? If yes, put your skills to work conducting field inspections and assessing property conditions with Seek Now (formerly Ladder Now), one of Inc.

s 500 and 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America for consecutive years!

We conduct inspection services for some of the biggest names in the property ecosystem over 150 insurance companies, real estate, and more and the way these businesses conduct their daily operations is changing fast, particularly insurance claims .

Noncomplicated insurance claims work is shifting away from traditional claims adjusting, with field staff and independent adjusters performing the entire claim process themselves, to virtual adjusting supported by independent inspection services provided by companies like the industry pioneer, Seek Now.

Field inspection staff and independent adjusters are being reduced while inside staff and desk adjusting is on the rise.

You have an opportunity to stay ahead of the change and be a part of the shift into new and relevant business models for insurance and other industries before it impacts you.

Seek Now is not taking jobs away; rather, we are expanding job opportunities by streamlining, simplifying and future-proofing them for the change that is already upon us.

Stay ahead of change, diversify your career opportunities, and add inspection services to your professional skillset. Join #TeamGreen today.

Position Summary :

Seek Now (formerly named Ladder Now) is searching for reliable, skilled, and experienced 1099 independent contract Field Inspectors (Independent Adjuster, Current & Former) to provide accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections.

Our 1099 Field Inspectors are experienced claim handlers with the capability and desire to access home interiors, commercial property interiors, inspect steep, high roofs, and assist Outside and Inside Insurance Adjusters with amazing customer service.

Ideal candidates include 1099 independent contractors with :

Insurance Adjuster experience

Strong team-first customer service attitude

Humble Attitude

A reliable truck, van, or SUV

A 32-foot extension ladder

An operational laptop and smartphone

Desire to increase income

HAAG Certification preferred

Essential Functions and Duties :

Climb all roofs, including two-story+ and steep roofs for commercial and residential structures

Perform accurate, impartial, and complete property inspections (interior and exterior), including but not limited to identification of roof age, leaks, deterioration, hail damage, wind damage, and previous repairs

Enter field inspection data into Seek Now's proprietary software application via your smartphone within required reporting guidelines

Travel daily within a 100-mile radius to perform scheduled inspections or travel beyond your home market to catastrophe / weather related events

Maintain professional and safety standards required by Seek Now and its insurance carrier clients

Partner with internal Seek Now team to complete daily tasks

Escalate customer and / or client issues when appropriate

Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalent experience required

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction, service, or claim adjusting preferred

Previous experience as a roofer or an insurance adjuster ideal

Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel required

HAAG Certification a plus

Experience with property and liability insurance coverage and standards a plus

Benefits and Perks :

Great earning potential six figures plus

Paid weekly

Team-first environment

State-of-the-art, technology-based tool for inspections

Strong support team for our 1099 independent contractor field inspectors

Hotel fees paid on qualifying deployments

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