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Field Inspector
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Field Inspectors travel to various properties to evaluate the condition, check for damage and estimate the value. Insurance companies and lenders often use their services to keep an eye on the properties they have a stake in, such as homes insured by the company or properties financed through the lender. The Field Inspector collects information on the property on behalf of the company to see if they need to take additional action or to help the company establish a value for the property. This job requires a physical inspection of the property, which requires the Field Inspector to travel to the location. They also document what they find so they can create a comprehensive report. Field Inspectors can work as independent contractors, completing inspections for a variety of companies, or they can find a job with one company to handle all of their field inspections.
A Field Inspector, or Field Inspecting Professional, visits various properties to inspect their current conditions. Their duties include examining properties, documenting details and writing reports.
A Field Inspector should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Field Inspector should be able to execute:
- Planning a route and traveling to the inspection sites
- Inspecting the buildings and the property as a whole
- Taking photos of the property to document the condition
- Noting damage or other issues with the properties
- Writing notes about the condition
- Estimating values of the properties and repair costs if damages exist
A competitive Field Inspector will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Understanding of building codes and common property issues
- Strong writing skills and report-writing knowledge
- Photography skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel to job sites
- Comfort with technology, including software and mobile devices
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