Transportation Inspector

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Ensure safe travel by inspecting vehicles and cargo for secure transport.
Play a vital role in maintaining safety standards in transportation industries.
Discover unique challenges in diverse transportation environments daily.

💰 Earn $61K-$103K

📚 High School Diploma or GED

⏱️ 24–48 MONTH TRAINING

📈 3.9% JOB GROWTH

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What You’ll Do

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.

Prepare and submit reports after completion of freight shipments.
Inspect shipments to ensure that freight is securely braced and blocked.
Record details about freight conditions, handling of freight, and any problems encountered.
Advise crews in techniques of stowing dangerous and heavy cargo.
Observe loading of freight to ensure that crews comply with procedures.

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Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Career Prospects

Good (Increasing by 1-5%)

Training Time

2 to 4 years

Job Openings

2,900 Annually

Median Earnings

$74,780 in California

$87,290 Nationally

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Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

Influencing or leading others
Using data or completing tasks
Working with my hands

You are skilled in 💫

You value 🙏

Having support
Job security
Personal relationships

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Transportation Inspector

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Bachelor's Degree

A bachelor's degree typically results in increased knowledge about a variety of academic subjects, specialized knowledge in a focused field of study, and is considered the foundational qualification for many careers.

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⏱️ FINISH IN 4-5+ years

Hybrid College

A hybrid college combines online learning with the student support typically offered on college campuses, giving students flexibility and accessibility while still providing a comprehensive educational experience.

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⏱️ FINISH IN 2-5 years