Notes on employment for Construction and building inspectors

  • Almost half of all inspectors worked for local governments, primarily municipal or county building departments.
  • Opportunities should be best for experienced construction supervisors and craftworkers who have some college education, engineering or architectural training, or certification as construction inspectors or plan examiners.
  • Home inspection is becoming a standard practice in the home purchasing process, creating more opportunities for home inspectors.




More information on Construction and building inspectors from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook
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Salary and earnings for Construction and building inspectors
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Training requirements for Construction and building inspectors




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