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Construction and Building Inspectors
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.
Common Tasks
- Evaluate premises for cleanliness, such as proper garbage disposal or lack of vermin infestation.
- Evaluate premises for cleanliness, such as proper garbage disposal or lack of vermin infestation.
- Conduct inspections, using survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, or test equipment.
- Conduct inspections, using survey instruments, metering devices, tape measures, or test equipment.
- Confer with owners, violators, or authorities to explain regulations or recommend remedial actions.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $38.17 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $25.04 and $53.67 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $79,370.16 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $52,100.33 and $111,610.16 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 720 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 12.5% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 810.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $37.00 with the median annual salary reaching $78,445.
