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Company: Collateral Specialists Inc. (CSI)

Job Title: Field Inspector
Location: Varies locations within a one-hour of your home
Position Type: Hourly, part-time position with flexible scheduling. Compensation includes pay for on-site work, travel time, and mileage reimbursement. You make your own schedule!

About Us:
Collateral Specialists Inc. (CSI) is a trusted third-party inspection service within the financial industry. For over 30 years, we have been delivering expert field inspections across all 50 states. Our services help financial institutions track, verify, and audit collateral for a wide range of industries, including dealership floor plan, SBA lending, leasing, and more.

Floor Plan Inspections - CSI’s floor plan inspections provide lenders with a regularly scheduled accounting of their financed inventory. CSI field representatives visit automotive, truck, and construction equipment dealerships at varying frequencies to verify inventory by serial number and model. CSI will verify which units financed by the bank are on site. Units not on site will need to be reconciled to ascertain their status (e.g., in stock, on demo, on rent, not received, sold, etc.) If they are stored nearby or at a repair shop when you arrive, you will often travel to offsite locations to photograph the vehicle.

Equipment Inspections - Usually in conjunction with a new equipment lease, CSI verifies that the equipment being financed by a leasing company is at the end user’s place of business. Verification includes confirming serial numbers, taking photos, and preparing a short report.

Site Inspections - Collateral Specialist’s site inspection service provides a physical inspection of your borrower’s place of business. All inspections include a report and photos of the property. Depending on your requirements, the CSI representative will either take a tour of the inside of the property or perform a no-contact exterior inspection. The detailed site inspection report provides information on the competition, the current business environment, and many other aspects that lenders need to know. Many of these inspections have a set of special instructions per the need of the client, so someone who has keen attention to detail, and written instructions is imperative.

Position Overview:
CSI is looking for detail-oriented, self-motivated Field Inspectors to perform inspections and audits at various businesses across your area. As a Field Inspector, you’ll be responsible for verifying inventory, taking photos, completing reports, and communicating findings directly with CSI’s home office. This flexible role allows you to set your own schedule and appointments based on your availability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct floor plan inspections at automotive, truck, and construction equipment dealerships.
• Verify the existence of equipment and collateral, cross-check serial numbers and model details, and assess inventory accuracy.
• Perform site inspections to assess the physical condition of businesses, including exterior and interior checks as requested.
• Take digital photos and upload them into CSI’s reporting system.
• Communicate effectively with CSI’s team by providing timely updates and clear documentation.
• Travel to multiple inspection sites (within one hour of your home) and complete inspections according to customer specifications.

What We’re Looking For:

• Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally to inspection sites (within an hour of your location).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions precisely.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency with mobile technology (smartphones/tablets) and web-based reporting systems.
• Flexible schedule, but must have availability during weekdays (before 4:00 PM).
• Ability to complete reports within 48 hours to 30 days based on inspection type.
• Physically able to climb short distances (e.g., truck cabs) and walk through various business locations.

Preferred Experience:

• Background in auditing, automotive, or financial industry.
• Previous experience with inspections or fieldwork is a bonus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience and inspection volume. Compensation is hourly and includes mileage reimbursement.
• Compensated hourly for travel, on-site, and processing time. Plus, mileage reimbursement.
• Flexible work hours to fit your schedule.
• Comprehensive support from CSI’s experienced team.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with dealerships specializing in automotive, agricultural, powersports, RV, marine, construction, or heavy equipment is highly preferred. Candidates with backgrounds in vehicle inspections, floor plan audits, equipment finance inspections, inventory verification, or asset audits are strongly encouraged to apply.

Experience in merchandising, notary services, real estate, insurance claims adjusting, property inspections, SBA inspections, mortgage field inspections, banking, lending, or other roles involving field-based inspections, documentation, and reporting is also highly transferable and well suited for this position.

How to Apply:
If you are a detail-oriented, dependable individual who enjoys a flexible work environment, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter via Indeed. You can also request more information at CSI Careers.

Please visit https://www.csina.com/career/’

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of potential personnel. Collateral Specialists Inc. reserves the right to modify this job description at its discretion to meet and/or exceed the needs of the business.

Job Type: Part-time, as-needed.

Benefits: Flexible schedule. Typically a 7-day window to schedule assignments.

Application Question(s): Are you willing to cover a one-hour radius from your home?

Education: High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 2 years (Required)
• home, vehicle, or insurance inspection : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability: Day Shift (Required Availability Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

Willingness to travel:100% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Collateral Specialists Inc. (CSI) is a trusted third-party inspection service within the financial industry. For over 30 years, we have been delivering expert field inspections across all 50 states. Our services help financial institutions track, verify, and audit collateral for a wide range of industries, including dealership floor plan, SBA lending, leasing, and more.