Mobile Occupancy Survey Contractor

Far Inspections; Wishek (ND); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in McIntosh County, North Dakota. You’ll manage your own routing, schedule, and territory while earning per-inspection pay with potential for $25–$35 per hour equivalent.

As a Field Inspector, you will capture photos, submit brief reports, and work with a fuel-efficient vehicle. A flexible schedule and local county volume provide steady work with occasional longer drives between stops.

Qualifications

• Own reliable vehicle and ability to drive extensively.
• Smartphone capable of running mobile reporting apps.
• Computer with internet access and a printer.
• Pass a standard background check.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Autonomy

Time management

Reliability

Route planning

Tools

Mobile reporting apps

Smartphone

Printer

Internet-connected computer

Job description

Earning Potential: While pay is per-inspection, efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25–$35 per hour.

Ad Ref: FAR-01790

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in McIntosh County, North Dakota and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Wishek or anywhere in McIntosh 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 McIntosh 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: McIntosh County averages approximately 5 inspections per month