Full-Time Occupancy Verification Operator

Far Inspections; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in Jasper County, Iowa. You’ll manage your own routing and schedule, with on-site visits typically taking 5–6 minutes.

You will capture photos, report findings via mobile apps, and maintain reliable coverage of your territory. This role supports flexible scheduling and can offer supplemental or full-time income on your own terms.

Qualifications

• Strong time-management to meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.
• Owner-operator capable of managing routing and territory.

Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status based on indicators.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports using mobile apps.
• Maintain reliability regarding territory coverage and deadlines.

Skills

Time management

Reliability

Self-scheduling

Ability to pass background check

Smartphone proficiency

Tools

Mobile reporting apps

Smartphone (Android/iPhone)

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00607

Earning Potential: While pay is per-inspection, efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25–$35 per hour.

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Jasper County, Iowa and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Newton or anywhere in Jasper 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 Jasper 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 covers a dense metro area where familiarity with city driving, parking, and navigating multi-unit properties is helpful.

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: Jasper County averages approximately 10 inspections per month.