Self-Directed Field Vacancy Contractor

Far Inspections; Battle Mountain (NV); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking independent contractors to perform residential occupancy verifications in Lander County, NV. You’ll manage your own routing, schedule, and territory while using mobile reporting apps to document findings from exterior visits.

Roles emphasize autonomy, speed (5–6 minutes on-site), and reliable month-to-month volume. You provide your own vehicle and equipment, with pay per inspection offering potential for scalable income on your own schedule.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor with own equipment and vehicle
• Ability to manage routing, schedule and territory
• Strong time-management and reliability to meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Perform residential occupancy verifications (exterior visits) in assigned counties
• Capture 9+ photos and submit reports via mobile apps
• Maintain coverage and deadlines across your territory

Skills

Autonomy

Time management

Reliability

Tools

Mobile reporting apps

Job description

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

Ad Ref: FAR-01983

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

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