Full-Time Vacancy Status Technician

FAR Inspections; Cape Girardeau (MO); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor for residential mortgage inspections in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. This role allows for flexible scheduling and offers earnings potential of $25–$35 per hour, based on the number of inspections completed. Responsibilities include performing occupancy verifications, capturing photos, and maintaining deadlines. The ideal candidate must provide their own equipment, including a reliable vehicle and smartphone, and demonstrate strong time-management skills. Enjoy a consistent volume of inspections each month.

Qualifications

• Responsible for providing own equipment including vehicle, smartphone, and computer.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.
• Must manage routing and deadlines autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status based on indicators.
• Capture photos and submit brief reports using apps.
• Maintain reliability in territory coverage and deadlines.

Skills

Strong time-management skills

Ability to take and submit photographs

Reliability and independence

Tools

Smartphone (Android or iPhone)

Computer with internet connection

Reliable vehicle

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-01423

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Cape Girardeau or anywhere in Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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: Cape Girardeau County averages approximately 50 inspections per month.