Route-Based Property Vacancy Observer

FAR Inspections • Bay City, MI

22h • Remote

About The Position

FAR Inspections is seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in Bay County, Michigan, and surrounding communities. This role involves performing brief, exterior visits to confirm property status and report on general conditions. The position offers autonomy in managing routing, schedule, and territory, with standard inspections typically requiring only 5-6 minutes on-site. Contractors will determine property occupancy status, capture photos, and submit reports using mobile applications, maintaining high reliability for territory coverage and deadlines. This role requires significant driving and making numerous stops throughout the day within the assigned territory, which features concentrated suburban neighborhoods with efficient routing and predictable daily volume.

Requirements

• 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.

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.
• Spend extended periods of time driving and making numerous stops throughout the day in your assigned territory.

Benefits

• Supplemental or full-time income on your own schedule.
• Flexible schedule that you control.
• Stable, month-to-month volume in your assigned county.
• Flat-Rate Pay: Paid a set fee for every inspection completed.
• Earning Potential: Efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25–$35 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed