Join Our Network of Expert Property Inspectors
Are you detail-oriented, reliable, and ready to take on an exciting role as a property inspector? At Mortgage Bankers Field Services, we rely on a nationwide network of skilled inspectors to provide timely, accurate property inspections for banks, mortgage companies, and other institutions. Follow these three simple steps to start your journey with us.
Step 1: Understand the Work
Our inspectors play a vital role in supporting the mortgage and real estate industries. Banks often require property inspections for various reasons, such as insurance compliance, refinancing, or monitoring distressed properties. Using our extensive network of local inspectors, we conduct thousands of inspections across the U.S., ensuring efficiency and timeliness.
Types of Inspections You’ll Perform
- Occupancy Inspections: Verify if a property is occupied by visually observing signs of occupancy.
- Interviews: Make contact with property occupants to confirm residency details.
- Interior Vacancy Walkthroughs: Capture photographs of interior rooms in vacant properties.
- Insurance Loss Draft Inspections: Document progress on construction projects (e.g., roof repairs).
- Other Specialized Inspections as required.
What the Job Entails
- Travel: Inspectors spend most of their time driving to properties. Inspections, including data collection and entry, typically take 2–10 minutes on-site.
- Deadlines: Standard turnaround times range from 5 to 7 days, with occasional 24-, 48-, or 72-hour rush requests.
- Workload:
- Urban Areas: Inspectors may complete 200–300 inspections monthly (50–80 daily stops).
- Rural Areas: Inspectors typically complete 30–100 inspections monthly (10–20 daily stops).
Compensation
Payment per inspection varies on location, inspection type, and volume.
Equipment Requirements
To perform inspections efficiently, you’ll need:
Smartphone: iPhone or Android with a camera and geotagging GPS functionality (4G or better recommended).
Reliable Vehicle: Fuel-efficient and dependable for frequent travel.
Computer with Internet: Desktop or laptop with high-speed internet access for data entry and reporting.
Optional but Helpful Tools
- Mapping software (e.g., Microsoft Streets and Trips) for route optimization.
- GPS device (e.g., Garmin) or smartphone for navigation.
- Clean driving record and criminal background (background checks are required).
Step 2: Watch the Video
To ensure you fully understand the role and expectations, please watch our informational video. It provides an overview of the work environment and requirements for success as a Mortgage Bankers Field Services inspector.
Step 3: Complete the Application
Once you’ve watched the video and feel confident that this role is a good fit, click the link below to fill out our online application. The information you provide will help us determine whether we have opportunities in your area.
Ready to make a difference in the mortgage and real estate industry? Join our team and start your journey today!