Route-Based Vacancy Data Observer

FAR Inspections; Fairfield Bay (AR); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is looking for reliable independent contractors for residential mortgage inspections in Van Buren County, Arkansas, particularly Fairfax Bay. Enjoy autonomy in controlling your work schedule while earning a predictable income ranging from $25 to $35 per hour based on your efficiency. Responsibilities include verifying property statuses and submitting reports using mobile applications. You will need a reliable vehicle and smartphone, and passing a background check is mandatory.

Qualifications

• You must have a reliable, fuel-efficient vehicle.
• Ability to pass a standard background check is required.
• You need to provide your own equipment, including a smartphone and computer.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong time-management skills

Reliability

Ability to navigate country roads

Tools

Smartphone

Computer

Job description

Ad Ref: FAR-00168

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Van Buren County, Arkansas and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Fairfield Bay or anywhere in Van Buren 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 Van Buren 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: Van Buren County averages approximately 15 inspections per month.