Remote Survey Caller – 1099 Independent Contractor

100% Remote - 1099 Independent Contractor - Available in Eligible U.S. States

Job Summary
Looking for a flexible, work-from-home opportunity where your communication skills can make an impact?

Ver-A-Fast is currently seeking Independent Contractors (1099) to support a growing need for public opinion and survey calling. Contractors conduct outbound telephone surveys and gather responses on a variety of topics, including public opinion and voter-related research.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who are comfortable speaking with people from different backgrounds, can confidently follow a survey script, and enjoy fast-paced telephone work.

What You'll Do

  • Make outbound calls to individuals selected to participate in surveys
  • Read survey questions clearly and accurately from a provided script
  • Record respondents' answers accurately
  • Remain professional and neutral while conducting surveys
  • Navigate computer-based calling and survey systems
  • Follow project-specific procedures and quality expectations

What We're Looking For

  • Clear, confident verbal communication skills
  • Strong reading skills and ability to follow scripts accurately
  • Comfortable making a high volume of outbound calls
  • Ability to remain professional when respondents decline to participate
  • Dependable and self-motivated while working remotely
  • Comfortable navigating multiple computer systems
  • Previous call center, survey, customer service, or outbound calling experience is helpful, but not required

Remote Work Requirements

  • Quiet, distraction-free workspace
  • Reliable high-speed internet
  • Opportunities for daytime, evening, weekday, and weekend calling depending on project availability
  • Work from your own home office
  • Opportunity to support a variety of survey and public-opinion research projects
  • Potential opportunities to support additional Ver-A-Fast programs based on business needs, qualifications, and availability

Ready to Get Started?

If you're comfortable talking with people, can read a script naturally and accurately, and are looking for a flexible remote opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Please keep in mind that Ver-A-Fast does not currently contract with individuals located in the following states:

AL, CA, CO, CT, MA, NV, NY, OR, WA, WI

If you live in an eligible state and are interested in being considered for current Independent Contractor opportunities:

Visit:
Then select “Apply Now to Become a Remote Agent” to complete our online questionnaire.

We look forward to learning more about you!

Expected hours: No less than 15.0 per week

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule

Work Location: Remote

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