How much does a Building Inspector Sr. make in the United States?
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The average Building Inspector Sr. salary in the United States is $81,741 as of June 01, 2026. The range for our most popular Building Inspector Sr. positions (listed below) typically falls between $41,341 and $122,142. Keep in mind that salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including position, education, certifications, additional skills, and the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Building Inspector Sr.'s Annual Base Salary
| Job Title | Salary | Hourly Rate | Location | Date Updated |
| Building Inspector | $69,715 | $33.52 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Product Inspector II | $54,046 | $25.98 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Product Inspector III | $63,555 | $30.56 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Quality Control Inspector II | $52,989 | $25.48 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Quality Control Inspector IV | $68,919 | $33.13 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Quality Control Inspector I | $45,086 | $21.68 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Quality Control Inspector III | $60,325 | $29.00 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Flight Inspector II | $82,528 | $39.68 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Flight Inspector III | $92,024 | $44.24 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
| Flight Inspector IV | $107,515 | $51.69 | United States | June 01, 2026 |
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Inspects various building structures to ensure safety and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Documents inspection results and details violations and corrective actions required for compliance. Issues warnings, citations, or notices to comply and revisits violation sites to verify issues have been resolved. Investigates complaints about potential code violations such as illegal structures or zoning violations. Maintains technical knowledge and a deep understanding of structural quality, building codes and standards, and electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Building Inspection Certification. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Building Inspector SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Building and Codes Inspector, Construction and Building Inspector, Construction Trades Inspector - Building, Building Inspector
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Inspects manufactured products for conformance to established specifications and compliance with regulatory requirements. Utilizes inspection checklists, measuring devices, and testing equipment to evaluate the quality, accuracy, and precision of finished products. Documents all instances of non-conformance and rejected products in production reports and adheres to company protocols for rejected items. Prepares the required inspection certifications. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Product Inspector II SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Product Inspection Technician II, Product Quality Inspector II, Product Inspector II
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Inspects manufactured products for conformance to established specifications and compliance with regulatory requirements. Utilizes inspection checklists, measuring devices, and testing equipment to evaluate the quality, accuracy, and precision of finished products. Documents all instances of non-conformance and rejected products in production reports and adheres to company protocols for rejected items. Prepares the required inspection certifications. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Product Inspector III SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Product Inspection Technician III, Product Quality Inspector III, Product Inspector III
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Performs quality control inspections, checks, and tests during the manufacture of products. Inspects materials, parts and products at different stages of production. Records observations and may make recommendations for improving processes. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Quality Control Inspector II SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Intermediate Quality Control Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Control Inspector II, QC Inspector II, Quality Control Inspector II
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Performs various quality control inspections, checks, and tests of products during the manufacturing process. Inspects materials, parts, and products at different stages of production to ensure compliance with company standards. Compiles, interprets, and records observations of production processes. Identifies, communicates, and assists in the resolution of quality related issues. May be responsible for making recommendations to improve production process. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to supervisor. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. View Quality Control Inspector IV SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Manufacturing Quality Control Inspector IV, QC Inspector IV, Specialist Quality Control Inspector, Quality Control Inspector IV
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Performs quality control inspections, checks, and tests during the manufacture of products. Inspects materials, parts and products at different stages of production. Records observations and may make recommendations for improving processes. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. View Quality Control Inspector I SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Entry Quality Control Inspector, Manufacturing Quality Control Inspector I, QC Inspector I, Quality Control Inspector I
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Performs quality control inspections, checks, and tests during the manufacture of products. Inspects materials, parts and products at different stages of production. Records observations and may make recommendations for improving processes. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Quality Control Inspector III SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Manufacturing Quality Control Inspector III, QC Inspector III, Senior Quality Control Inspector, Quality Control Inspector III
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Inspects aircraft parts, systems, and equipment to ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards and requirements. Oversees part installation and inspects adjustments or modifications to existing parts. Documents and records inspection details and ensures violations are communicated and resolved. Maintains historical records of inspections for regulatory compliance. Performs routine preflight and post-flight inspections identifying any breach of standards for safe flight. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Flight Inspector License. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. View Flight Inspector II SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Aircraft Inspector II, Flight Inspector II
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Inspects aircraft parts, systems, and equipment to ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards and requirements. Oversees part installation and inspects adjustments or modifications to existing parts. Documents and records inspection details and ensures violations are communicated and resolved. Maintains historical records of inspections for regulatory compliance. Performs routine preflight and post-flight inspections identifying any breach of standards for safe flight. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Flight Inspector License. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. View Flight Inspector III SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Aircraft Inspector III, Flight Inspector III
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Inspects aircraft parts, systems, and equipment to ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory standards and requirements. Oversees part installation and inspects adjustments or modifications to existing parts. Documents and records inspection details and ensures violations are communicated and resolved. Maintains historical records of inspections for regulatory compliance. Performs routine preflight and post-flight inspections identifying any breach of standards for safe flight. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Flight Inspector License. Typically reports to a supervisor. Independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. View Flight Inspector IV SalaryAlternate Job Titles:Aircraft Inspector IV, Flight Inspector IV