Vacancy Evaluator

FAR Inspections; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 6,700 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

FAR Inspections is seeking an independent contractor to perform residential occupancy verifications in Orange County, North Carolina and surrounding communities. This 1099 role offers a flexible schedule and pay per inspection, with territory coverage in a dense metro area.

Field inspectors manage their own routing and time, spending 5-6 minutes on-site per inspection, and must provide their own vehicle and smartphone to report findings. 30 inspections per month is typical in this territory.

Qualifications

• Independent contractor status
• Own vehicle
• Smartphone and internet access
• Ability to pass background check

Responsibilities

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

Job description

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

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 Orange County, North Carolina and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Chapel Hill or anywhere in Orange 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 Orange 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 dense metro area where familiarity with city driving, parking, and navigating multi-unit properties is helpful.

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: Orange County averages approximately 30 inspections per month