Transportation Inspectors

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  • Inspector - Summit Fire & Security - Chantilly,VA

    JOB SUMMARY: Inspectors are responsible for inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: ...

  • Inspector - PGS Worldwide - Manassas,VA

    PGS Worldwide is seeking a Quality Inspector in Manassas, VA for a 1-year contract-to-hire role working 1st shift, Monday-Thursday, approximately 7:00 AM-5:00 PM. This position supports a major aerospace & defense company and is ideal for...

  • Inspector - ACARA - Manassas,VA

    Description Are you an Inspector whois looking to join one of the top companies within the Aerospace and Defense Industry? Are you looking to further your career and grow? Do you...

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What They Do

Inspect equipment or goods in connection with the safe transport of cargo or people. Includes rail transportation inspectors, such as freight inspectors, rail inspectors, and other inspectors of transportation vehicles not elsewhere classified. Excludes Transportation Security Screeners.


Transportation inspector Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 29,000
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $79,770

Job Outlook for Transportation inspectors

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 1,300
  • Growth rate: 5 percent (Slower than average)

How to Become a Transportation inspector

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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