Field Researcher

The Company

Arealytics is a proactive Commercial Real Estate research and technology company offering products and solutions to Real Estate Professionals.

Position Summary

Arealytics is looking for Full Time Field Researchers. Ideal for individuals currently driving for Uber or meal delivery companies and interested in the property or research industry. They will site inspect and take photos of existing buildings. Field researchers physically visit the building to verify the integrity of existing data and collect missing data, followed by taking multiple photos of the building. Field Researchers will also identify and track commercial developments and the construction life cycle.

Performance Duties

• Physical site inspections, either walking or driving of commercial properties within the assigned region
• Collect data associated to commercial properties including but not limited to identifying new availability, buildings that may be missing from the database, updating construction status, etc.
• Digitally record property information into the research console (ERC) using the Arealytics drive app.
• Take professional digital photographs of Commercial buildings and upload to the platform using the drive app.

Employees will be provided with a company car, mobile device and travel reimbursement for the role.

This position requires

• Critical thinking and the ability to make decisions
• Ability to use technology proficiently, including a computer, various software platforms, smartphone, drone, and digital camera.
• Ability to effectively communicate with management and the public.
• Ability to stay on task and effectively plan and execute research schedules
• Self-starter and motivated
• Repetitive standing, sitting, and walking up to 8 hours per day
• A valid driver's license
• A successful candidate will provide a driving‑history report prior to hire and may be required to provide updated driver history reports upon request.

Education/Qualifications

• Knowledge of Real Estate (not essential but not preferred. All training will be provided)
• Successful completion of Secondary School or higher education
• Photography experience preferred but not required
• RePL Certificate for flying a Drone - preferred but not required.   If you do not have RePL Certificate, Arealytics will enroll you in the course to become certified.

Expectations

• Maintain all company equipment provided with a high standard of care.
• Follow all safety standards and laws of the road.
• Communication: utilizes effective and professional verbal and written communication.
• Teamwork: willing and able to work harmoniously with others. Responds positively to instructions.
• Ability to work Autonomously: willing and able to self-direct and manage their time to be effective during working hours
• Initiative: demonstrates action in the absence of specific direction. Sees what needs to be done and acts without prompting.
• Reliable and predictable attendance required.