Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspector: Inspects boilers and pressure tanks in factories, schools, and power plants so they never explode. Typical pay $88k.
Home Inspector: Inspects houses for buyers before they purchase, checking everything from roof to foundation. Typical pay $58k.
Plumbing & Mechanical Inspector: Inspects plumbing, gas piping, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning work in new buildings to make sure it meets code. Typical pay $70k.
Roof Consultant: Inspects, designs and oversees roof replacements for big buildings, and investigates why roofs leak or fail. Typical pay $78k.
Manufactured Housing Inspector: Inspects mobile and modular homes inside the factory as they move down the line, making sure they meet the federal HUD code. Typical pay $62k.
Facade Inspection Engineer: Inspects the outside walls of tall buildings for loose bricks, cracked stone and rusting steel before pieces can fall on people below. Typical pay $98k.
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Mold Inspector / Assessor: Inspects homes and buildings for mold and water damage and takes samples for testing. Typical pay $50k.
Termite / WDI Inspector: Inspects houses for termites and wood-destroying insects, often before home sales. Typical pay $45k.
Building Inspector Trainee: Learns to inspect buildings by shadowing senior inspectors while earning certifications. Typical pay $50k.
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