Independent Vacancy Evaluator

FAR Inspections; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections seeks a reliable independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in Bartow County, GA and nearby communities. You will drive your own route, manage your schedule, and report results through mobile apps on your terms.

The role offers flexible, supplemental or full-time income with autonomous territory management and quick, 5–6 minute on-site visits. Candidates must pass a background check and provide their own equipment.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor status; responsible for own equipment and work schedule.
• Must be able to pass a standard background check.
• Reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle and smartphone capable of running reporting apps.
• Strong time-management skills with ability to meet deadlines without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct residential occupancy verifications in Bartow County and surrounding areas.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports via mobile apps.
• Maintain reliable territory coverage and meet inspection deadlines.
• Manage routing and daily workload to ensure consistent volume in assigned county.

Skills

Time management

Reliability

Autonomy

Driving

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00400

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Bartow County, Georgia and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Cartersville or anywhere in Bartow 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 Bartow 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: Bartow County averages approximately 70 inspections per month.