Home Inspector - OrangePeople's Trust Insurance
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Job Summary
JOB TITLE: Contractor Home Inspector
DEPARTMENT: Inspections
REPORTS TO: Field Team Leads
FLSA STATUS: 1099 - Independent Contractor
DEPARTMENT: Inspections
REPORTS TO: Field Team Leads
FLSA STATUS: 1099 - Independent Contractor
SUMMARY
We are seeking experienced, licensed Home Inspectors to perform on-site residential inspections across Florida. This includes Wind Mitigations (1802), Four-Point Inspections, Roof Certifications, Opening Protection Inspections, and Underwriting Insurance Inspections. Inspectors are responsible for completing inspection reports with accurate notes and clear photo documentation.
This is a contract position ideal for dependable professionals who can meet deadlines, follow inspection protocols, and maintain professional interactions with homeowners.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform thorough residential inspections in accordance with Florida standards and company protocols
- Accurately complete inspection forms, checklists, and photo documentation for each property
- Identify risks, deficiencies, or safety concerns and note them clearly in the report
- Communicate as needed with dispatchers, auditors, and Field Team Leads
- Maintain professionalism and clarity when interacting with homeowners
- Follow routing and inspection timelines as scheduled by the dispatch team
- Additional inspection-related duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Active Florida Home Inspector License
- Valid Wind Mitigation Certificate
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the inspection, construction, or related field
- High school diploma or GED required; 4-year degree preferred
- Clean driving record, valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and ability to follow procedural standards
- Comfort using inspection software and submitting documentation electronically
EQUIPMENT & INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
- Device: Windows-based laptop only (no tablets or Apple products), with minimum 16 GB RAM
- Tools Required:
- Digital camera (weather-resistant preferred, e.g., Olympus TG series)
- Camera pole
- Moisture meter
- FLIR (infrared) camera
- Internet: Consistent access to upload reports and receive job updates
- Insurance: Active Certificate of Liability Insurance required before assignments begin
AVAILABILITY & SCHEDULING
- Contractors provide their preferred availability (e.g., days per week, number of inspections per day)
- The dispatch team handles all scheduling based on the availability provided
- Inspectors are expected to be available during the timeframes they commit to
PAY STRUCTURE
- This is a 1099 independent contractor position
- Paid per inspection completed
- Compensation is disbursed twice per month (semi-monthly)
