1099 Occupancy Monitoring Technician

FAR Inspections; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 2,300 - 3,200; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor to conduct residential occupancy verifications in McLean County, Illinois. This 1099 opportunity offers a flexible schedule, autonomous routing, and the potential for steady monthly volume in your county.

You will visit properties on exterior checks, capture photos, and report findings using mobile apps. You provide your own vehicle, smartphone, computer, and printer, and you must pass a background check to start.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor responsibility for providing own equipment.
• Able to pass a standard background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential occupancy verifications.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports using mobile applications.
• Maintain reliability regarding territory coverage and deadlines.

Skills

Time management

Self-scheduling

Reliability

Driving

Report writing

Mobile apps

Tools

Mobile reporting apps

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00764

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in McLean County, Illinois and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Bloomington or anywhere in McLean County, this is a great opportunity to earn supplemental or full-time income on your own schedule.

FAR Inspections is a leading provider of property data for mortgage lenders nationwide. Based in Reno, NV, we have a 12-year track record of excellence and stability in the mortgage field services industry. We partner with highly motivated independent contractors who prioritize accuracy, reliability, and professional autonomy.

The Opportunity

Earn a predictable supplemental or full-time income on a flexible schedule that you control. As a Field Inspector covering McLean County, you will perform residential occupancy verifications. These are brief, exterior visits to confirm property status and report on general conditions.

• Autonomy: You manage your own routing, schedule, and territory.
• Efficiency: Standard inspections are designed for speed, typically requiring only 5-6 minutes on-site.
• Consistency: Enjoy stable, month-to-month volume in your assigned county.

Workflow & Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status based on industry-standard indicators.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit brief reports using industry-standard mobile applications.
• Maintain a high level of reliability regarding territory coverage and deadlines.

Note: This role requires spending extended periods of time driving and making numerous stops throughout the day in your assigned territory. This territory features concentrated suburban neighborhoods with efficient stop-to-stop routing and predictable daily volume.

Requirements

As an independent contractor, you are responsible for providing your own equipment, including:

• Reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle.
• Smartphone (Android or iPhone) capable of running mobile reporting apps.
• Computer with an internet connection and a printer.
• Strong time-management skills to meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.

Earnings & Volume

• Flat-Rate Pay: This is a 1099 position where you are paid a set fee for every inspection completed.
• Earning Potential: While pay is per-inspection, efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25-$35 per hour.
• Volume: Rates and inspection volume vary by county. Lower volume counties typically feature higher per-inspection rates, while higher volume counties offer more consistent daily work.
• This Territory: McLean County averages approximately 75 inspections per month.