Mobile Vacancy Check Representative

FAR Inspections; Town of Webster (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections in the United States is seeking an independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in Day County, South Dakota. This is a flexible, 1099-style opportunity that lets you control your schedule and route.

As a Field Inspector, you will conduct brief exterior visits, take 9+ photos, and submit reports via mobile apps. Expect 5–6 minutes on-site per inspection and the potential for steady monthly work in your territory.

Qualifications

• Own equipment: reliable vehicle, smartphone, computer with internet, and printer.
• Pass a standard background check.
• Excellent time-management and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status using standard indicators.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit brief reports via mobile apps.
• Maintain territory coverage and meet deadlines.

Skills

Time management

Reliability

Background check

Tools

Smartphone

Laptop/Computer

Printer

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-02468

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