Career Profile Transportation Inspectors Education HS diploma or less This is the typical education required for an entry-level position. Earnings $42,700 This is the typical median salary earned for an entry-level position. Transportation Inspectors inspect equipment or goods in connection with the safe transport of cargo or people. General Information 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 (33-9093). Watch a brief video about this occupation. Watch Video Transportation Inspectors Occupational Outlook For the Rural Capital Area 6 Job Opportunities Over the next five years, an average of 6 openings per year are projected for Transportation Inspectors. +11.8% Employment Change Employment for Transportation Inspectors is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 11.8% between 2023 and 2028. $20.52 Earnings Potential An average worker in this occupation is paid $20.52/hour. Entry level workers are paid $17.86, while experienced workers are paid $27.39. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations. Local Employment Opportunities There are 39 Transportation Inspectors in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 43. Top Employing Industries, Locally The top industries employing Transportation Inspectors are Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, and Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support. Knowledge Areas The top most significant knowledge categories for Transportation Inspectors include Transportation, English Language, and Customer and Personal Service. Educational Attainment Patterns The most common level of education for Transportation Inspectors is HS diploma or less. 37% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree. Sources: BLS JobsEQ® ONET
