Full-Time Vacancy Survey Contractor

FAR Inspections; Forest City (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in Winnebago County, Iowa. You control your schedule, routing, and territory while earning income on a per-inspection basis.

Typical inspections take 5-6 minutes on-site with 9+ photos submitted via mobile apps. You must provide your own vehicle, smartphone, and printer, and be able to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Strong time-management skills to meet deadlines without direct supervision.
• Must pass a standard background check.
• Independent contractor with own equipment and vehicle.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Time management

Reliability

Route planning

Tools

Mobile reporting apps

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00652

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Winnebago County, Iowa and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Forest City or anywhere in Winnebago 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 Winnebago 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 spacious rural county with longer drives between stops. A fuel-efficient vehicle and comfort with country roads are especially valuable.

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: Winnebago County averages approximately 5 inspections per month.