Route-Based Vacancy Compliance Evaluator

FAR Inspections; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FAR Inspections in Texas seeks a Field Inspector to cover Dallas County for residential occupancy verifications via brief exterior visits and report on general conditions.

This 1099 role offers autonomy to manage your routing and schedule, with typical pay per inspection ($25–$35) and about 5 inspections per month in Dallas County. You must provide your own vehicle and mobile reporting tools, pass a background check, and keep meticulous records to meet deadlines without direct supervision.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor role; manage own routing, schedule, and territory.
• Must provide own vehicle, smartphone, and printer.
• Ability to pass a standard background check.
• Strong time-management skills and reliability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Determine property occupancy status based on indicators.
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports using mobile apps.
• Maintain a high level of reliability regarding territory coverage and deadlines.

Skills

Time-management

Self-scheduling

Reliability

Tools

Mobile reporting apps

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00054

The Opportunity

Earn a predictable supplemental or full-time income on a flexible schedule that you control. As a Field Inspector covering Dallas 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 includes a mix of suburban neighborhoods and rural stretches, offering variety in your daily route and a balance of quick stops and scenic drives.

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: Dallas County averages approximately 5 inspections per month.