Mobile Occupancy Inspection Driver

FAR Inspections; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 9,600 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking independent contractors to perform residential occupancy verifications in Effingham County. You will conduct brief exterior checks, capture photos, and report findings using mobile apps, all on a schedule you control.

Each inspection is a fixed fee, with earnings roughly equivalent to $25–$35 per hour depending on location and volume; this role emphasizes autonomy, reliability, and efficient routing in a rural county setting.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor status with your own equipment.
• Reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle and smartphone.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.
• Strong time-management and self-discipline.

Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status for Effingham County.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports via mobile apps.
• Maintain reliable territory coverage and deadlines.

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00725

The Opportunity

Earn a predictable supplemental or full-time income on a flexible schedule that you control. As a Field Inspector covering Effingham 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: Effingham County averages approximately 20 inspections per month.