Inspector Jobs in Washington

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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Quality Assurance Specialist

  • Fairchild AFB, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fairchild AFB, WA
  • 10 hours ago

This is a Washington Air National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Unit Technician position: QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST Location: 141st Maintenance Group Fairchild AFB, Washington 99011-9413 Air...

Quality Assurance Electrical Inspector - AT

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 1 day ago

Wagstaff** Description: **Wagstaff Applied Technologies manufactures equipment for the nuclear industry.** **Pay:** $29.55- $39.98 per hour, depending on experience **As an employee of Wagstaff,...

Construction Control Inspector

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 3 days ago

Conduct construction inspection to ensure plans, specifications, building codes, regulations and technical manuals are in compliance with contracts and within job requirements....

Chief Electrical Inspector

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago

Chief Electrical Inspector Salary $110,281.60 - $155,251.20 Annually Location Tacoma, WA Job Type Non-Classified Job Number P1450-25 Department Power Opening Date 06/25/2025 Closing Date 7/9/2025 5:...

Chief Electrical Inspector

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 days ago

Tacoma Power is seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Chief Electrical Inspector to lead our electrical inspection team....

Plans Examiner OR Senior Plans Examiner

  • Edmonds, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Edmonds, WA
  • 5 days ago

Performs duties of the Building Inspector, Combination Building Inspector or Senior Combination Building Inspector as directed. Creates and updates public handouts for building code information....

Construction Inspector-Limited Term

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 6 days ago

Check for the proper use and placement of traffic control devices at road construction and work sites....

Combination Building Inspector

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 6 days ago

certification required ICC Residential and/or Commercial Electrical Inspector certification(s) preferred Inspection experience required ICC Inspector certifications in additional trade(s) preferred...

Senior Electrical Construction Inspector

  • Federal Way, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA
  • 6 days ago

Kennedy Jenks is seeking a Senior Electrical Construction Inspector to work on major water-related infrastructure projects primarily within the Seattle Metropolitan area....

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 6 days ago

Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the "Hiring Process" section below to learn more....

Senior Transportation Construction Inspector

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 7 days ago

Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the " Hiring Process " section below to learn more....

Building Inspector 2 (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)

  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 10 days ago

1; or an equivalent combination of industry work experience and college level and/or professional training in construction inspection and building code enforcement....

Building Inspector 2 (OPEN & PROMOTIONAL)

  • Spokane, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 12 days ago

1; or an equivalent combination of industry work experience and college level and/or professional training in construction inspection and building code enforcement....

Civil Construction Inspector 2

  • WA
  • 12 days ago
  • WA
  • 12 days ago

In the role of Civil Construction Inspector 2, we'll count on you to: Conduct and document observations of construction as it progresses for civil projects related to civil infrastructure, such as roads...

L&I Electrical Construction Inspector

  • Union Gap, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Union Gap, WA
  • 13 days ago

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Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Inspector Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Inspector positions.



Highest Education Level

Inspectors in Washington 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 Washington
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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