How to hire a field assessor

How to hire a field assessor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step field assessor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a field assessor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new field assessor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the field assessor you need to hire. Certain field assessor roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

   Yes

   No

   A field assessor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, field assessors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of field assessor salaries for various roles:

   Type of Field Assessor	Description	Hourly rate
   Field Assessor	Appraisers and assessors of real estate provide an estimate of the value of land and the buildings on the land usually before it is sold, mortgaged, taxed, insured, or developed.	$12-48
   Assessor	The duties of an assessor depend on one's line of work or industry of employment. Typically, their responsibilities revolve around gathering extensive data, conducting inspections and assessments, taking photos or videos for documentation, and performing research and analysis, utilizing the findings to come up with a conclusion... Show more	$14-48

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Research Projects
   • Tax Assessments
   • GPS

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and operate in-house CAMA system for all property assessment activities.
   • Screen and perform intake for incoming patients, utilizing inclusion/exclusion criteria to assist in determining patient-study efficacy and beneficence.
   • Add, remove, and update condition of house and miscellaneous in CAMA.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your field assessor job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A field assessor salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, field assessors' average salary in wyoming is 55% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level field assessors earn 73% less than senior-level field assessors.
   • Certifications. A field assessor with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a field assessor's salary.

   Average field assessor salary

   $52,243yearly

   $25.12 hourly rate

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   Entry-level field assessor salary

   $27,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a field assessor job description

   A job description for a field assessor role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a field assessor job description:

   Field assessor job description example

   Department:FIELD SITE ASSESSORS
   
   Location:EAST BERLIN, CT
   
   Momentum Solar is a premier residential solar provider with offices throughout the U.S. Founded in 2009, Momentum has grown exponentially over the past decade. We implement the entire solar process to ensure a seamless transition to renewable energy.
   
   Overview
   
   The Site Assessor / Quality Assurance representative's focus will be to provide a professional site assessment for the Momentum design team for the preparation of photovoltaic projects. The ideal candidate will be skilled, prideful in their craft, motivated and willing to learn. We are looking for a dependable candidate who will be able to maintain a high level of business ethics, professionalism and excelled communication between their Momentum team, customers and upper management.
   
   Benefits:
   
   + Full Benefits! - Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401k
   
   + Company Vehicle
   
   + Opportunity for overtime
   
   Requirements
   
   + Conduct a physical site assessment using a variety of tools and equipment including data collection devices, photo capturing, range finders, hand tools, ladders, personal protective equipment, etc.
   
   + Measure roof planes, vents, dormers, T-vents, chimneys and other roof obstructions
   
   + Upload shade analysis reports, collected data, and photos of work performed each day
   
   + Fill out paper and digital site assessment sheets
   
   + Upload information through provided laptop, tablet and/or mobile device
   
   + Follow a preset job schedule and track hours
   
   + Professional appearance and interaction with homeowners at all times is a MUST
   
   + Additional duties required as needed
   
   + References will be needed.
   
   Qualifications
   
   + A minimum of one (1) year experience in a discipline related to construction or building sciences; estimating or site assessment, PV, energy efficiency experience is preferred
   
   + High School or Trade School degree in a discipline related to construction or building sciences
   
   + Understanding of site assessment, construction sequencing, construction methods and materials
   
   + Excellent customer service skills required
   
   + Relevant prior in-home sales experience with a strong record of achievement is an asset, but not required
   
   + Must be able to work unsupervised for extended periods of time
   
   + Experience working in or around electric panels
   
   + Experience in solar and roofing
   
   + Basic knowledge of residential electrical systems
   
   + Ability to organize and maintain paper documents, electronic photos, and files
   
   + Excellent written communication skills are required to prepare hand written site assessments
   
   + Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals with or without the use of an electronic device
   
   + Proficiency with smart phone applications and digital cameras
   
   + Basic computer skills including the ability to copy files and communicate via email
   
   + Ability to read plans, specifications, diagrams, equipment submittals, and material data sheets
   
   + Ability to follow standardized processes while working unassisted
   
   + Ability to interact, communicate and provide detailed summaries of work performed to the homeowner and management team
   
   + Ability to interact with co-workers and participate in daily/weekly meetings
   
   Physical Requirements
   
   + Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions for quality assurance - this includes but is not limited to:
   
   + Climbing ladders/ stairs
   
   + Ability to work safely in a branch/warehouse/rooftop/ attic environment
   
   + Ability to work on rooftops with various pitched surfaces
   
   + Ability to lift 50 - 70lbs
   
   + Ability to move any/all equipment as needed - ladders, tools, etc.
   
   + Ability to work in extreme environments
   
   + (example: hot sun, cold weather, snow, hot/cold attics and homes)
   
   + Ability to operate office equipment including computers to determine accuracy of work performed
   
   Momentum Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right field assessor for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your field assessor job on Zippia to find and recruit field assessor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as efinancialcareers, financialjobsweb.com, careerbank, financial job bank.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit field assessors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new field assessor

   Once you've found the field assessor candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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