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Big Red Preservation

Residential Property Inspector in Mount Pleasant

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A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.

$59,091 / year median in Iowa

+10% projected growth

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Job Ref:
3174780183
Employer:
Network Company Name:
Big Red Preservation Industry:
Real Estate Job Type:
Full Time State:
Iowa City:
Mount Pleasant Zip Code:
52641
Post Date:
09/12/2026 Job Description Job Description We are a mortgage field services company looking for a field inspector to cover several counties in Southeast Iowa. This would be a consistent volume of inspections to complete on a part-time basis. The area could be run by one or multiple inspectors, with logical runs set up to certain areas on a bi-weekly or monthly basis (based on your desired coverage area and home location) Counties needed include: Washington, Louisa, Henry, Des Moines and Lee. What are Field Inspections (
AKA:
Mortgage Field Inspections)? Mortgage lenders require periodic updates on the properties they have financial interest in. The lender contracts with Big Red Preservation Services to have inspectors go out to verify the property occupancy, report general property conditions, letter delivery/posting, vacant interior walkthrough, or insurance repair progress report. Majority of our inspections are basic exteriors where some do require contact by door knock or letter delivery. How many hours can I expect to work, and how much volume is in my area? Each state we cover is broken down into territories/zones for logical and timely coverage by an inspector. We cannot guarantee the amount of work you will receive but we have 15+ years of volume history and are able to give volume numbers for each area we offer inspections. Depending on your location and experience 4-12 inspections can be completed per hour. Each week does vary as the Mortgage industry has strict guidelines on when inspections can be performed.
Pay and Hours:
Set rate per inspection. Efficient inspectors typically average hourly rate of $30+ per hour based on the number of inspections performed This will vary depending on location, volume and efficiency. Inspections are paid out Biweekly by direct deposit for work completed Inspections can be completed during daylight hours, 7 days a week The job is a 1099 Independent Contractor position Inspection rates in these areas would be $7 to $10 per inspection, depending on location and inspection type, more rural counties have higher pay rates, and inspectors should be able to complete 5+ orders per hour. Additional details discussed during interview. What is expected? Ability to pass a background check Requires being able to spend extended periods of time driving Efficient time management to route and complete inspections Making determinations of occupancy based on industry standards and report general property conditions Using a mobile app to obtain all photographs, comments, and form documentation Consistent communication with your inspection manager via text, email and phone
Requirements:
Valid US driver's license Computer with an internet connection Printer or access to printer Fuel efficient vehicle iPhone or Android Daylight hours Only Volt stick (aka Volt Detector Pen) How do I get started? (Please chose one of the following ways below) Apply online at: Reply to this listing with your name, zip code, phone number and email address and a representative will schedule a call with you if the position is still available No Experience Required