How to hire a concrete inspector

How to hire a concrete inspector, step by step

Here's a step-by-step concrete inspector hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a concrete inspector job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new concrete inspector
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a concrete inspector, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A concrete inspector's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, concrete inspectors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents concrete inspector salaries for various positions.

   Type of Concrete Inspector	Description	Hourly rate
   Concrete Inspector	Quality control inspectors examine products and materials for defects or deviations from specifications.	$14-35
   Inspector General	An inspector general is responsible for doing audit reports and inspections to ensure that no possible fraud, misconduct, corruption, or power abuse in the government or private sector occurs. Their role is to monitor and inspect the agencies' effectiveness, assess possible mismanagement of a company, and improve the economy... Show more	$14-35
   Test Operator	The job of a test operator is to test the functionality of electronic components, assemblies, units, parts, and systems in a manner consistent with standard procedures. As a test operator, you will perform a variety of duties that include working with engineers to ensure accurate procedures are being followed, perform different mechanical assembly operations, and inspecting products for the correct orientation and placement... Show more	$12-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Field Testing
   • ACI
   • Shop Drawings
   • Asphalt
   • Construction Safety
   • Rebar
   • ASTM
   • Reinforced Concrete
   • Structural Steel
   • Construction Sites
   • Unit Weight
   • Construction Materials
   • Concrete Pours
   • Moisture Content

   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate, manage, and conduct geotechnical engineering and engineering geology subsurface investigations.
   • Calculate concrete, asphalt yields and material consistencies.
   • Conduct field inspections on concrete for compliance of ASTM standards.
   • Inspect concrete by studying the physical properties including temperature, slump and air test in accordance with ASTM.
   • Coordinate customer interaction, providing direction and oversight in regard to maintenance, safety, quality assurance and training.
   • Inspect and document RMA parts.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your concrete inspector job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A concrete inspector salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, concrete inspectors' average salary in south dakota is 50% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level concrete inspectors earn 59% less than senior-level concrete inspectors.
   • Certifications. A concrete inspector with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a concrete inspector's salary.

   Average concrete inspector salary

   $47,049yearly

   $22.62 hourly rate

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   Entry-level concrete inspector salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 24, 2025

4. Writing a concrete inspector job description

   A good concrete inspector job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a concrete inspector job description:

   Concrete inspector job description example

   
   **Precast Concrete Inspector**
   
   **Who We Are**
   
   At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We're looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
   
   **Our Business**
   
   We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.
   
   **This Opportunity**
   
   WSP is seeking Concrete Inspectors for construction projects throughout California. We currently have opportunities available in Sacramento the area.
   
   **Your Impact**
   
   + Provide QA Inspection of concrete products at precast yards
   
   + Typical products inspected include girders, piling, pavement panels, and mse panels
   
   + Will travel Statewide, approximately 30% overnight travel, with some travel to nearby states.
   
   **Who You Are**
   
   **Required Qualifications**
   
   + Precast / Prestressed Concrete Institute Quality Control Personnel Certification Level II (PCI-II)
   
   + American Concrete Institute Concrete Field Technician, Grade I Certification
   
   + High School diploma or equivalent
   
   + Excellent written and oral communication skills
   
   + 1+ years of related experience
   
   + Technical aptitude
   
   + Comfortable working in fast paced team environment
   
   + Valid driver's license
   
   + Must pass drug test, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy
   
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   **Additional Requirements**
   
   + To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
   
   **Additional Details**
   
   + **Travel Required:** 30%
   
   + **Job Status:** Regular
   
   + **Employee Type:** Full
   
   + **Primary Location:** SACRAMENTO - RIVER PLAZA
   
   + **All locations:** US-CA-Sacramento
   
   **About WSP**
   
   WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 12,000 employees in over 200 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com
   
   WSP provides a flexible, agile and hybrid workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
   
   At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
   
   WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
   
   The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find concrete inspectors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your concrete inspector job on Zippia to find and recruit concrete inspector candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit concrete inspectors, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new concrete inspector

   Once you've found the concrete inspector candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new concrete inspector. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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