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Transportation Inspectors in Virginia

Transportation inspectors examine equipment, cargo, and vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods and people. They work for railroads, shipping companies, government agencies, and transportation departments, conducting inspections at yards, terminals, docks, and along routes to identify safety hazards and regulatory violations. In Virginia the median pay is $68,610 a year, 26% below the national median of $92,100.

$68,610median pay in Virginia, per year
$58,620–$100,680middle half earn
330employed in Virginia
$92,100U.S. median, for comparison
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Openings in Virginia and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience).

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionWritingSpeakingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningMonitoringTime ManagementJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

TransportationEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematics (knowledge)Public Safety and SecurityAdministration and Management

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Licenses and training in Virginia

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O*NET-SOC 53-6051.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Virginia, annual.