Local Vacancy Inspection Associate

FAR Inspections; Lake Providence (LA); On-site; USD 1,500 - 2,100; Part time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in East Carroll County, Louisiana and surrounding communities. In this role, you will conduct exterior occupancy verifications, manage your own routing, and report findings using mobile applications.

Expect flat-rate per inspection with earnings commonly aligning to $25–$35 per hour. A fuel-efficient vehicle and ability to drive long distances in rural areas are assets.

Qualifications

• Reliability in meeting deadlines without direct supervision.
• Strong time-management skills to manage routing and schedule.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Reliability

Tools

Smartphone

Camera/Phone photos

Internet-connected laptop

Job description

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 East Carroll County, Louisiana and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Lake Providence or anywhere in East Carroll County, this is a great opportunity to earn supplemental or full-time income on your own schedule.

The Opportunity

Earn a predictable supplemental or full-time income on a flexible schedule that you control. As a Field Inspector covering East Carroll 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: East Carroll County averages approximately 5 inspections per month