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Conduct energy audits of buildings, building systems, or process systems. May also conduct investment grade audits of buildings or systems.
Private for profit
State and local government
Self-employed
Federal Government
Private not for profit
Employment of construction and building inspectors is projected to decline 0 percent from 2023 to 2033. Despite declining employment, about 15,000 openings for construction and building inspectors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. All of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.
You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.
You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.
RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.
Take the RIASEC TestData supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.