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Commercial Loan Underwriter


Job Location:

Salt Lake, UT - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 29 - 36
Posted: 26 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary


Job Title: Commercial Loan Underwriter
Job Type: Full-time
Department Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Salt Lake City Utah
Hiring Range: $29 - $36 per hour
(Higher compensation may be considered based on experience qualifications and internal equity)

All of us at Chartway stand united in our strong culture oflistening and learning. We treat people with respect integrity and kindnessand are committed to continuously developing a diverse and inclusive workplacewhere team members are empowered to be their authentic selves. All backgroundsviewpoints and life experiences are welcome knowing this commitmentstrengthens our credit union family and communities.

The Commercial Loan Underwriter is responsible to the Vice President of Commercial Lending for theunderwriting of new commercial loan requests modifications of existing loansand for the annual review of existing loans within the portfolio whileensuring all federal regulations and laws are followed.

Responsibleand Accountable for:

  • Working closely with commercial loan officers borrowers and guarantors to obtain relevant documentation to effectively review and evaluate commercial loan requests
  • Conduct in-depth review of loan application documents including rent rolls leases balance sheets income statements and tax returns presented by applicants to assess their ability to generate income sufficient to repay existing and proposed debt
  • Prepares written proposals that summarize the borrowing request an analysis of the financial condition of the borrower the adequacy of collateral sources of repayment stress testing industry comparisons management experience and provides recommendations based on analysis
  • Spreads and analyzes personal and business financial statements
  • Completes quality assurance reviews
  • Makes risk rating and structuring recommendations
  • Actively participate with lending officers in the preparation of commercial loan proposals for committee presentation
  • Performs annual reviews or financial analysis reviews as needed on existing commercial loans
  • Reviews appraisals inspections environmental or other reports and advises of notable call outs
  • Assists management in the review and approval of small business loans as prepared by loan processors within level of authority
  • Assumes additional responsibilities as requested

KnowledgeSkills and Abilities:

  • Must be able to separate and understand various elements of financial statements and tax returns and determine the probability that the conditions of the loan request will be met to include construction cost breakdowns
  • Strong analytical critical thinking and decision-making skills
  • Knowledge of commercial products market trends commercial loan procedures and related federal regulations
  • Must have prior extensive experience in underwriting the following types of credits: Commercial Real Estate O.O. and Non- O.O. Asset based lines of credit Commercial development loans Residential development loans Land acquisition loans for commercial purposes Vertical construction loans (Builder Single Family Residence Builder Multi Family projects Various commercial asset classes including industrial retail hospitality self-storage office assisted/skilled nursing etc.)
  • Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook Word and Excel
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to perform credit analysis with and without the assistance of a commercial loan origination system
  • Ability to multitask prioritize and work independently
  • Ability to meet strict deadlines

Educationand Experience:

  • Bachelors degree with emphasis on accounting finance economics or business or equivalent experience.
  • 5 years commercial credit analysis and underwriting experience in all loan types in a banking or credit union environment.

Chartway offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates must have a good credit history for consideration. Salary requirements must be included and resumes must be accompanied by a Chartway Employment Application for consideration.

Chartway Federal Credit Union is an EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the job interview process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at 1- extension 45863 or email us at