What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Inspector position at Absolute Fire and Flood Restoration?
Restoration Inspector / Project Consultant
Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration
Greenville, SC
Schedule: Flexible / Field-Based
Compensation
This is a 1099 independent contractor position with compensation based on completed services and additional commission opportunities.
- Standard Property Inspection: $150 per completed inspection
- After-Hours Emergency/Mitigation Inspection: $250 per inspection
- Equipment Setup Minor Demolition: Additional $300
- Tarp Installation: $250 minimum
- Combined Inspection Tarp Installation: $350 minimum
- Sales Commission: 1% of total gross revenue on qualifying inspected jobs that you are directly responsible for securing
- Referral Commission: 3% of total gross revenue on qualifying restoration, renovation, or roofing projects you directly refer to the Company
- Additional compensation is available for estimating based on project size.
About the Role
Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration is looking for a personable, dependable Restoration Inspector / Project Consultant to meet with homeowners and property owners following water, fire, mold, and other property damage.
This is a field-based, customer-facing position. You'll be one of the first people our customers meet during what can be a stressful situation, so we're looking for someone who communicates well, builds trust quickly, and can confidently guide customers through the next steps.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, inspecting properties, documenting damage, communicating with customers and our internal team, and helping turn qualified inspections into restoration projects.
What You'll Do
- Travel to residential and commercial properties throughout North Metro Atlanta
- Perform approximately 2–5 property inspections per week, with opportunity for increased volume
- Inspect and document water, fire, smoke, mold, and other property damage
- Take clear photos, measurements, notes, and other documentation needed by the restoration team
- Explain findings and recommended next steps to property owners in a clear, professional manner
- Build rapport and maintain communication with customers throughout the inspection and initial decision-making process
- Identify restoration opportunities and help qualified customers move forward with Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration
- Obtain signed authorizations/contracts when appropriate
- Communicate inspection findings and job details to project managers, estimators, and office staff
- Maintain organized and accurate inspection records
- Represent Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration professionally in customers' homes and businesses
- Maintain relationships with referral partners when appropriate
- Participate in training and team meetings
- Follow Company procedures for documentation, customer communication, safety, and job handoff
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is:
- Personable and confident meeting new people
- Professional, trustworthy, and dependable
- Comfortable having sales-oriented conversations without being overly aggressive
- Able to explain complicated situations in simple terms
- Organized and able to manage appointments independently
- Comfortable using a smartphone, taking photos, and completing digital documentation
- Able to recognize problems and think through solutions in the field
- Comfortable entering homes, businesses, crawlspaces, attics, and other areas as needed
- Able to safely use ladders and perform the physical requirements of property inspections
- Able to pass applicable driving and background requirements
- In possession of a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Experience That Translates Well
Experience in any of the following is a plus:
- Water/fire damage restoration
- Construction or remodeling
- Roofing
- Property inspections
- Insurance claims
- Adjusting
- Mitigation
- Home improvement sales
- HVAC, plumbing, or other home services
- Property management
- Field sales or customer service
Restoration experience is not required for the right candidate. We value communication skills, reliability, judgment, and the ability to build trust with customers.
Compensation
This position includes:
- $30,000–$40,000 base compensation, depending on experience and expected inspection volume
- Mileage reimbursement for approved business travel
- Additional performance-based commission opportunities
- 1% of total gross job revenue on qualifying jobs where the Inspector performs the inspection, develops the customer relationship, and is directly responsible for securing the customer's signed authorization or contract to proceed with Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration
- Training and opportunity for increased responsibility and earning potential as inspection volume grows
Commission eligibility is determined based on the Inspector's documented involvement in developing the customer relationship and securing the job, subject to Company approval and the applicable compensation plan.
About Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration
Absolute Fire & Flood Restoration helps homeowners and businesses recover from water, fire, mold, and other property damage throughout Georgia, Texas and growing into South Carolina.
We're a growing, locally operated restoration company focused on responsive service, quality work, strong relationships, and taking care of customers during difficult situations.
We're looking for people who want to grow with the company and take ownership of their role rather than simply clock in and out.
To apply: Please submit your resume along with a short explanation of why you think you would be a good fit for a customer-facing property inspection role.
Pay: From $700.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $700