Inspector Jobs in Oakland, CA

A Construction Inspector ensures that construction projects follow local and national building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications. They visit project sites to inspect the work and monitor progress, checking for safety, quality, and adherence to plans and specifications. Inspectors may also test building materials and soil, measure dimensions, and check installation and placement. They are required to document their findings in a detailed report and may also be responsible for issuing violation notices and stop-work orders until building codes are met.

Essential skills for a Construction Inspector include strong observational skills, critical thinking, attention to detail, and knowledge of relevant codes and regulations. They should have solid written and verbal communication skills to accurately report their findings. A bachelor's degree in construction science, architecture, or engineering is usually required, and most inspectors also need to be licensed or certified. Some certifications are offered by the International Code Council (ICC), the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), or the American Construction Inspectors Association (ACIA). Prior to becoming a Construction Inspector, individuals might work as a construction worker, construction manager, or architect to gain relevant industry experience.

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Electrical Inspector (6248) - Citywide - 157373

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Inspectors must maintain the certification as a condition of continued employment....

Electrical Inspector (6248) - Citywide - 157373

  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Inspectors must maintain the certification as a condition of continued employment....

Construction Inspector - Swinerton Management & Consulting

  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Review plans and specifications of assigned projects; attend pre-construction conference as assigned. Inspect materials to be submitted for examination or analysis by laboratories....

Building Inspector/Plans Examiner

  • Corte Madera, CA (18 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (18 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 21 days ago

The Town of Corte Madera's Community Development Department is hiring a Building Inspector/Plans Examiner to join their team....

Construction Inspector I

  • San Lorenzo, CA (8 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • San Lorenzo, CA (8 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Three years of increasingly responsible experience involving construction, construction planning, or construction inspection for a private contractor, municipal agency, or engineering consultant involved...

Project Controller

  • Oakland, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 25 days ago

Change Order Management: Review and manage change orders to ensure accurate cost adjustments and project scope updates. Understand contracts, rate sheets, and payment milestones....

Part-Time Remote Electrical Inspector - Product Certification, San Francisco, CA and surrounding area

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 26 days ago

brands and companies, is actively seeking a Part-Time Remote Electrical Product Inspector - Product Certification to join our Electrical team in the San Francisco, CA area....

Remote Work

Senior Building Inspector

  • Ross, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Ross, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 28 days ago

IDEAL CANDIDATE Under the general supervision of the Planning and Building Director, the Senior Building Inspector is responsible for inspecting construction projects to ensure compliance with approved...

Construction Inspector/Special Inspector

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Construction Inspector/Special Inspector (excelsior / outer mission) compensation: Union Rates - depending on classification Part time/Full time support for construction projects....

Electrical Inspector - Field Evaluations, Remote, Bay Area, CA

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Electrical Inspector - Field Evaluations, Remote, Bay Area, CA....

Remote Work

Electrical Inspector, High Voltage

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Your Opportunity The Stantec Program Management/Construction Management team has an opportunity for an Electrical Inspector, with High Voltage experience, on a project in Santa Clara, California....

Construction Inspector

  • Oakland, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Highly familiar with construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques Grouting Inspector: American Segmental Bridge Institute (ASBI) Grouting Technician...

Senior Construction Inspector

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Leads the work of other Inspectors. Performs field or office work related to construction inspection duties....

Fire Alarm/ Fire Sprinkler Inspector

  • Hayward, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hayward, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

We have a need for a self-motivated, customer service-oriented Inspectors with strong written and verbal communication skills....

Senior Project Controller, Scheduler

  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Emeryville, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Perform job-site walks to verify the physical progress of scheduled activities and analyze change orders for schedule impacts....

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Salary for Inspector Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Inspectors in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.5%
High School or GED
21.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
Master's Degree
11.7%
Some College
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Inspectors in Oakland, CA
4-6 years
40.9%
1-2 years
13.6%
2-4 years
13.6%
10+ years
9.1%
6-8 years
9.1%
Less than 1 year
9.1%
8-10 years
4.5%



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