Local Occupancy Status Inspector

FAR Inspections; Hagerstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is hiring independent contractors for residential mortgage inspections in Hagerstown, Maryland. This flexible role allows you to manage your schedule while confirming property occupancy through exterior visits. Responsibilities include capturing photos, submitting reports with mobile apps, and maintaining reliable territory coverage. Efficient inspectors can earn $25-$35 per hour based on inspection volume. Ideal candidates will have their own vehicle and smartphone. Background check required.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor responsible for own equipment and vehicle.
• Must pass a background check.
• Ability to meet deadlines without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential occupancy verifications.
• Capture and submit photos and reports using mobile applications.
• Manage own routing and schedule.

Skills

Strong time-management skills

Familiarity with city driving

Ability to use mobile reporting apps

Tools

Smartphone

Computer with internet connection

Reliable vehicle

Job description

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Washington County, Maryland and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Hagerstown or anywhere in Washington 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 Washington 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: Washington County averages approximately 85 inspections per month.