[Hiring] Housing Occupancy Walker @FAR Inspections

Role Description

FAR Inspections is actively seeking a reliable independent contractor to perform residential mortgage inspections in St. John the Baptist County, Louisiana and surrounding communities. If you live in or near Laplace or anywhere in St. John the Baptist County, this is a great opportunity to earn supplemental or full-time income on your own schedule.

As a Field Inspector covering St. John the Baptist 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.

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.

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• This is a 1099 position where you are paid a set fee for every inspection completed.
• While pay is per-inspection, efficient contractors typically earn the equivalent of $25–$35 per hour.
• 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.
• St. John the Baptist County averages approximately 55 inspections per month.

Benefits

• Earn a predictable supplemental or full-time income on a flexible schedule that you control.