A Day In The Life
Business, Entrepreneurialism, and Management Field of Interest
Salary Breakdown
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Average
$60,810
ANNUAL
$29.23
HOURLY
Entry Level
$48,050
ANNUAL
$23.10
HOURLY
Mid Level
$61,570
ANNUAL
$29.60
HOURLY
Expert Level
$78,610
ANNUAL
$37.79
HOURLY
Program Recommendations
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)
Associate's Degree
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Top Expected Tasks
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
01
Evaluate practicality of repair as opposed to payment of market value of vehicle before accident.
02
Review repair cost estimates with automobile repair shop to secure agreement on cost of repairs.
03
Examine damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage.
04
Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.
05
Estimate parts and labor to repair damage, using standard automotive labor and parts cost manuals and knowledge of automotive repair.
06
Determine salvage value on total-loss vehicle.
07
Arrange to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve disagreement with shop on repair cost.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Writing
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Expression
Job Opportunities
Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage
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Field Inspector 1099 Contractor
Seek Now Flag Staff, AZ 86011Posted 4 daysOur Company:
Established in 2012, Seek Now captures robust property data to meet the needs of customers across the insurance and real estate industries. With more than 2 million property inspections completed to date while currently servicing 3,000 properties per day, Seek Now is the leading data capture and inspection services firm serving 240+ customers.
Our mission is to help our customers make faster decisions and improve economic outcomes, all while providing a stellar customer experience. We accomplish this through continuously reimagining how information is captured, transformed, and transmitted across all the industries we serve.
Our vision is to be the leading provider of on-demand, ground truth property data solutions. We do this while creating individual growth opportunities for our employees, expanding network of Seekers, and value add partners.
Summary:
Seek Now is searching for capable 1099 independent sub-contractors to provide accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections.
Our 1099 Field Inspectors are the frontline experts who assist and collect data for our clients in the Property Insurance, Facility Management, and Real Estate sectors.
Essential Expectations:
+ Ability and willingness to access and inspect steep and/or high roofs
+ Lift, carry, and set up ladders and other equipment up to 100 pounds
+ Sketch and measure roof and/or room components
+ Scope the area of different sized and shaped roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas
+ Perform accurate, impartial, and complete inspections, which includes but is not limited to identification of age and condition
+ Travel to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes when needed, which includes assignments averaging two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time
+ Lodging is provided by Seek Now which can include having a fellow Seek Now Sub-Contractor as a roommate
+ Ability to take assignments on short notice and complete all aspects of job assignments as defined
+ Represent our Core Values: Self-Starter, Visionary & Strategic, Lead with Humility
+ Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills with a focus on professionalism and customer service
+ Document inspections using our proprietary software application on your smartphone device
+ Be comfortable covering a 100-mile radius around your home market
+ Flexible in job assignment scheduling
+ Ability to utilize other equipment as needed including 3D Cameras, Drones, Moisture meters
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Roofing sales or construction experience
+ Property Insurance experience
+ Haag Certification
+ Ability to use a 40'-foot ladder
Minimum Requirements:
+ A clean and reliable truck, van, or SUV that is capable of transporting a 32' ft ladder safely
+ An operational laptop and smartphone
+ Ability to travel, especially during catastrophic events such as hurricanes and tornadoes
+ Ability to earn HAAG Certification within 90 days
+ Ability to use a laptop and a smartphone, which includes navigating between applications, entering data, and using Microsoft Office products
+ Ability to submit complete, quality reports on time
+ 32-foot ladder
+ Professional appearance
+ Valid driver's license
+ State Issued Workers Compensation
+ Certificate of General Liability Insurance
+ LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
+ 1099 independent contractor
+ Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
+ Great earning potential – six figures
+ 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 Requirements:
+ Professional appearance
+ Valid driver's license
+ State Issued Worker's Compensation
+ Certificate of General Liability Insurance
+ LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
Position Type and Hours:
+ 1099 independent contractor
+ Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
Benefits and Perks:
+ Great earning potential – six figures
+ 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
Disclaimer:
This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, expectations, or functions that are required of the contractor.
Employment TypeFull Time
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Field Inspector 1099 Contractor
Seek Now Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 4 daysOur Company:
Established in 2012, Seek Now captures robust property data to meet the needs of customers across the insurance and real estate industries. With more than 2 million property inspections completed to date while currently servicing 3,000 properties per day, Seek Now is the leading data capture and inspection services firm serving 240+ customers.
Our mission is to help our customers make faster decisions and improve economic outcomes, all while providing a stellar customer experience. We accomplish this through continuously reimagining how information is captured, transformed, and transmitted across all the industries we serve.
Our vision is to be the leading provider of on-demand, ground truth property data solutions. We do this while creating individual growth opportunities for our employees, expanding network of Seekers, and value add partners.
Summary:
Seek Now is searching for capable 1099 independent sub-contractors to provide accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections.
Our 1099 Field Inspectors are the frontline experts who assist and collect data for our clients in the Property Insurance, Facility Management, and Real Estate sectors.
Essential Expectations:
+ Ability and willingness to access and inspect steep and/or high roofs
+ Lift, carry, and set up ladders and other equipment up to 100 pounds
+ Sketch and measure roof and/or room components
+ Scope the area of different sized and shaped roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas
+ Perform accurate, impartial, and complete inspections, which includes but is not limited to identification of age and condition
+ Travel to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes when needed, which includes assignments averaging two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time
+ Lodging is provided by Seek Now which can include having a fellow Seek Now Sub-Contractor as a roommate
+ Ability to take assignments on short notice and complete all aspects of job assignments as defined
+ Represent our Core Values: Self-Starter, Visionary & Strategic, Lead with Humility
+ Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills with a focus on professionalism and customer service
+ Document inspections using our proprietary software application on your smartphone device
+ Be comfortable covering a 100-mile radius around your home market
+ Flexible in job assignment scheduling
+ Ability to utilize other equipment as needed including 3D Cameras, Drones, Moisture meters
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Roofing sales or construction experience
+ Property Insurance experience
+ Haag Certification
+ Ability to use a 40'-foot ladder
Minimum Requirements:
+ A clean and reliable truck, van, or SUV that is capable of transporting a 32' ft ladder safely
+ An operational laptop and smartphone
+ Ability to travel, especially during catastrophic events such as hurricanes and tornadoes
+ Ability to earn HAAG Certification within 90 days
+ Ability to use a laptop and a smartphone, which includes navigating between applications, entering data, and using Microsoft Office products
+ Ability to submit complete, quality reports on time
+ 32-foot ladder
+ Professional appearance
+ Valid driver's license
+ State Issued Workers Compensation
+ Certificate of General Liability Insurance
+ LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
+ 1099 independent contractor
+ Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
+ Great earning potential – six figures
+ 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 Requirements:
+ Professional appearance
+ Valid driver's license
+ State Issued Worker's Compensation
+ Certificate of General Liability Insurance
+ LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
Position Type and Hours:
+ 1099 independent contractor
+ Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
Benefits and Perks:
+ Great earning potential – six figures
+ 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
Disclaimer:
This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, expectations, or functions that are required of the contractor.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Field Inspector 1099 Contractor
Seek Now Prescott, AZ 86304Posted 4 daysOur Company:
Established in 2012, Seek Now captures robust property data to meet the needs of customers across the insurance and real estate industries. With more than 2 million property inspections completed to date while currently servicing 3,000 properties per day, Seek Now is the leading data capture and inspection services firm serving 240+ customers.
Our mission is to help our customers make faster decisions and improve economic outcomes, all while providing a stellar customer experience. We accomplish this through continuously reimagining how information is captured, transformed, and transmitted across all the industries we serve.
Our vision is to be the leading provider of on-demand, ground truth property data solutions. We do this while creating individual growth opportunities for our employees, expanding network of Seekers, and value add partners.
Summary:
Seek Now is searching for capable 1099 independent sub-contractors to provide accurate, impartial, and complete home and commercial property inspections.
Our 1099 Field Inspectors are the frontline experts who assist and collect data for our clients in the Property Insurance, Facility Management, and Real Estate sectors.
Essential Expectations:
+ Ability and willingness to access and inspect steep and/or high roofs
+ Lift, carry, and set up ladders and other equipment up to 100 pounds
+ Sketch and measure roof and/or room components
+ Scope the area of different sized and shaped roofs, rooms, and other inspection areas
+ Perform accurate, impartial, and complete inspections, which includes but is not limited to identification of age and condition
+ Travel to perform inspections in areas hit by weather catastrophes when needed, which includes assignments averaging two (2) to six (6) weeks at a time
+ Lodging is provided by Seek Now which can include having a fellow Seek Now Sub-Contractor as a roommate
+ Ability to take assignments on short notice and complete all aspects of job assignments as defined
+ Represent our Core Values: Self-Starter, Visionary & Strategic, Lead with Humility
+ Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills with a focus on professionalism and customer service
+ Document inspections using our proprietary software application on your smartphone device
+ Be comfortable covering a 100-mile radius around your home market
+ Flexible in job assignment scheduling
+ Ability to utilize other equipment as needed including 3D Cameras, Drones, Moisture meters
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Roofing sales or construction experience
+ Property Insurance experience
+ Haag Certification
+ Ability to use a 40'-foot ladder
Minimum Requirements:
+ A clean and reliable truck, van, or SUV that is capable of transporting a 32' ft ladder safely
+ An operational laptop and smartphone
+ Ability to travel, especially during catastrophic events such as hurricanes and tornadoes
+ Ability to earn HAAG Certification within 90 days
+ Ability to use a laptop and a smartphone, which includes navigating between applications, entering data, and using Microsoft Office products
+ Ability to submit complete, quality reports on time
+ 32-foot ladder
+ Professional appearance
+ Valid driver's license
+ State Issued Workers Compensation
+ Certificate of General Liability Insurance
+ LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
+ 1099 independent contractor
+ Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
+ Great earning potential – six figures
+ 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 Requirements:
+ Professional appearance
+ Valid driver's license
+ State Issued Worker's Compensation
+ Certificate of General Liability Insurance
+ LLC Articles or Certificate of Organization
Position Type and Hours:
+ 1099 independent contractor
+ Seek Now operates 7-days a week, providing you the opportunity to be flexible with your availability
Benefits and Perks:
+ Great earning potential – six figures
+ 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
Disclaimer:
This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, expectations, or functions that are required of the contractor.
Employment TypeFull Time
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