description
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.
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details
Currently Employed:
380
Projected Annual Job Openings:
40
Typical Hourly Wage:
$34.81 - $51.82
Typical Annual Salary:
$72,400 - $107,790
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typical training
Typical education needed for entry:
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation:
5 years or more work experience
Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation:
1 to 12 months on-the-job training
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typical job duties
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Monitor installation of plumbing, wiring, equipment, or appliances to ensure that installation is performed properly and is in compliance with applicable regulations.
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Approve building plans that meet required specifications.
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Inspect and monitor construction sites to ensure adherence to safety standards, building codes, or specifications.
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Inspect bridges, dams, highways, buildings, wiring, plumbing, electrical circuits, sewers, heating systems, or foundations during and after construction for structural quality, general safety, or conformance to specifications and codes.
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Review and interpret plans, blueprints, site layouts, specifications, or construction methods to ensure compliance to legal requirements and safety regulations.
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Maintain daily logs and supplement inspection records with photographs.
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Conduct inspections, using survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, or test equipment.
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Measure dimensions and verify level, alignment, or elevation of structures or fixtures to ensure compliance to building plans and codes.
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Train, direct, or supervise other construction inspectors.
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Issue permits for construction, relocation, demolition, or occupancy.
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tools & technology
Tools:
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Air velocity and temperature monitors
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Circuit tester
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Concrete or cement testing instruments
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Levels
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Multimeters
Technology:
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Accounting software
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Compliance software
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Electronic mail software
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Project management software
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Word processing software
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