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Remote Defensible Space Inspector Jobs in Chicago, IL

Relativity

Principal Applied Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Posting Type Remote/Hybrid Job Overview WHO WE ARE Relativity is a leading legal data intelligence ... You will operate endtoend: understanding the problem space, designing solutions, validating them ...

Relativity

Principal Applied Scientist

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Posting Type Remote/Hybrid Job Overview WHO WE ARE Relativity is a leading legal data intelligence ... You will operate endtoend: understanding the problem space, designing solutions, validating them ...

AEI Consultants

Commercial Appraiser

Chicago, IL · Remote

$65K - $200K/yr

Flexible / Remote in the Midwest (IL/OH/MI) WHY AEI VALUATION: AEI Valuation is not a standalone ... Inspect subject and comparable properties and conduct market interviews * Utilize Argus and third ...

Movu Robotics

Electrical Control Engineer

Romeoville, IL · On-site +1

$81.60K - $109.10K/yr

... space!) and scalable solutions. As part of Movu and over the span of more than 40 years, we've ... Romeoville, IL or Remote The ELECTRICAL CONTROLS ENGINEER is an integral person in helping our ...

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STOW Group

Electrical Control Engineer

Romeoville, IL · On-site +1

$81.60K - $109.10K/yr

... space!) and scalable solutions. As part of Movu and over the span of more than 40 years, we've ... Romeoville, IL or Remote The ELECTRICAL CONTROLS ENGINEER is an integral person in helping our ...

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How much do remote defensible space inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote defensible space inspector in Chicago, IL is $56,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,700.00 and $65,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Defensible Space Inspector vs Fire Prevention Technician?

AspectRemote Defensible Space InspectorFire Prevention Technician
CredentialsTypically requires certifications in fire safety, environmental assessments, or related fieldsOften requires fire safety certifications, environmental or forestry training
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote assessments, site inspections, and virtual consultationsFieldwork, inspections, community outreach, and on-site evaluations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by fire departments, insurance companies, and environmental agencies for remote assessmentsEmployed by fire departments, government agencies, and private contractors for on-site fire prevention

The Remote Defensible Space Inspector focuses on remote evaluations of properties to ensure defensible space compliance, often utilizing virtual tools. In contrast, the Fire Prevention Technician conducts on-site inspections and community outreach to prevent fires. Both roles require fire safety certifications but differ mainly in work environment and methods of assessment.

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Remote Defensible Space Inspector jobs near you
Infographic showing various Remote Defensible Space Inspector job openings in Chicago, IL as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $56,595 per year, or $27.2 per hour.
Civil/Structural Forensic Engineer

Civil/Structural Forensic Engineer

Keystone Experts + Engineers

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

When answers matter most, Keystone Experts & Engineers deliver. Keystone specializes in forensic engineering and investigative services for commercial and residential structures, vehicles, and products. Our multi-disciplinary team includes highly experienced engineers, architects, fire investigators, contractors, and industry experts strategically located across the country to serve a national client base.
Keystone provides streamlined, fact-based forensic consulting services designed to meet our clients' needs with clarity, accuracy, and timeliness. Our reports are tailored to client specifications and backed by expert analysis, ensuring clear, defensible conclusions and industry-leading turnaround times.
The Keystone Way is more than a process: it's our commitment to excellence, innovation, integrity, honesty, accuracy, timeliness, and accountability. These values guide every project we undertake. By combining top-tier expertise, open communication, and dependable service, we go beyond industry standards to deliver results our clients can trust.
About the role
We are seeking licensed (PE) Civil and Structural Engineers with experience completing forensic investigations to determine the cause and origin of various site issues; including design and construction defects, and weather-related damage to residential, commercial and industrial properties.
This is a fully remote, part-time, 1099 contracted position.
The ideal candidate will have experience...
  • performing site evaluations, field analysis, and assessments of structural and architectural systems, low/steep-slope roofing systems, and foundation systems.
  • providing evaluations for failures as a result of hail damage, wind damage, moisture intrusion, flooding, building envelope failures, and general construction failures.
  • providing general recommendations for remediation and repair, and performing structural failure analysis, and evaluation of damage from hurricanes, tornados, ice/wind/snow, fires, explosions, blasting, construction vibrations, and differential foundation movement.

What you'll do
  • Conduct investigations of accidents or disasters to determine causes and contributing factors
  • Evaluate structural or water damage caused by natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, wind events, hail storms or floods
  • Ensure proper maintenance & construction of affected building components & systems
  • Safely access roofs, attics & crawl spaces to photo document areas of interest
  • Identify and interview witnesses and/or other key parties involved
  • Prepare & submit findings and recommendations that can be used to resolve insurance claims or litigation matters

Qualifications
  • Active Professional Engineering license(s) required
  • Degree in civil or structural engineering or similar field
  • Well-versed in building materials, codes, construction methods & common modes of failure
  • Ability to access roof, attic and crawl space areas
  • Ability to adhere to tight deadlines
  • Availability to readily accept assignments and perform site inspection within 5-7 days
  • Tech-savvy across multiple software platforms, tools / equipment & investigative techniques
  • Outstanding written & verbal communications skills
  • An analytical mind and strong problem-solving ability

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