Inspects the protective coatings on bridges, ships, tanks, and pipelines to stop rust.
You measure paint thickness on a bridge with a gauge, check surface prep under a magnifier, and reject a section that will rust too soon.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 3 years after high school. Painting background plus AMPP (formerly NACE) coating inspector certification.
Ways in: Certification, On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Industrial Painting, Corrosion Technology.
Growing about average. No separate BLS projection for this specialty; rating is an estimate based on industry trends.
Low risk for 10 years. Digital gauges and drones collect readings, but certified inspectors still judge and sign off on coatings in the field.
Classes: Chemistry, Algebra, Painting or industrial CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 47-4011.
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