What is an air pollution inspector and how to become one

Key steps to become an air pollution inspector

1. Explore air pollution inspector education requirements

   Most common air pollution inspector degrees

   Bachelor's

   65.7 %

   Associate

   20.0 %

   High School Diploma

   8.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific air pollution inspector skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Asbestos	54.57%
   Inspection Reports	22.34%
   State Regulations	11.54%
   Federal Regulations	11.54%

3. Complete relevant air pollution inspector training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New air pollution inspectors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an air pollution inspector based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real air pollution inspector resumes.

4. Research air pollution inspector duties and responsibilities

   • Manage NPDES permitting requirements in compliance assurance and permit interpretation.
   • Investigate complaints of excessive smoke, pollutants and asbestos.
   • Conduct weekly NPDES inspections, rain event inspections, storm water discharge/turbidity monitoring.
   • Manage NPDES permitting requirements in compliance assurance and permit interpretation.

5. Apply for air pollution inspector jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an air pollution inspector job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams