Description
Title: Vacation Rental Quality Assurance Inspector
Hourly: $17 per hour (90 days) + mileage reimbursement
Location: Fort Myers, FL
Reports/Notifications: Director of Field Operations
Company Overview
Coastal Vacation Properties is a premier vacation rental management company that delivers exceptional guest experiences in beautiful coastal regions. With a strong commitment to quality and service, our portfolio includes everything from cozy beach cottages to luxurious oceanfront villas. Each property is carefully maintained and designed to create a true home-away-from-home atmosphere.
In addition to providing top-notch accommodations, we offer concierge services and local expertise to enhance every stay. Our mission is to exceed guest expectations and maintain strong trust with property owners through integrity, consistency, and care.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Vacation Rental Inspector to join our team. This role is central to maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and guest-readiness of our properties.
The inspector will conduct thorough inspections before and after guest stays, verify all amenities and safety features, report and document damages, and coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance teams. You will also handle mini-cleans, monitor vacant properties, and assist with special projects as needed.
This position requires strong communication skills, independent problem-solving, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed inspections of vacation rental properties before and after guest stays.
- Verify cleanliness, staging, and supplies to confirm each property is guest-ready.
- Check and test appliances, electronics, HVAC, plumbing, and lighting.
- Confirm safety compliance (smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, secure locks, house maps, outlet lights).
- Identify, document, and report damages, missing items, or maintenance needs.
- Take photos and submit daily inspection reports through the company’s mobile app (training provided).
- Perform inventory checks and mini-cleans when required.
- Inspect vacant units weekly if unoccupied to ensure condition and safety.
- Assist with guest check-ins/check-outs when needed.
- Communicate daily with the team to plan inspections and prioritize units.
- Support housekeeping and maintenance coordination for smooth operations.
- Assist with side projects assigned by leadership.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail with a “see what others miss” mindset.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Honest, reliable, and solution-oriented — integrity is non-negotiable.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Thrives under pressure and adapts quickly to schedule changes.
- Physically able to walk properties, lift light items, and remain hands-on.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays.
- Reliable personal transportation (required).
- Familiarity with mobile apps/work order systems (training provided).
- Basic knowledge of home maintenance and repair is a plus.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $17/hour for first 90 days, Raise based on Experience and Performance after 90 days
- Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel
- Training on company systems and apps
Ideal Candidate Attributes
- Takes pride in their work and treats every property like it’s their own.
- Proactive problem-solver who can make judgment calls on-site.
- Organized, punctual, and dependable.
- Passionate about hospitality and understands that guest experience begins with property care.
- Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to “jump in” when needed.