How to hire an inspector-repairer

How to hire an inspector-repairer, step by step

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

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring an inspector-repairer, 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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   Hiring the perfect inspector-repairer also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of inspector-repairer salaries for various roles:

   Type of Inspector-Repairer	Description	Hourly rate
   Inspector-Repairer	Quality control inspectors examine products and materials for defects or deviations from specifications.	$17-33
   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
   Quality Assurance Inspector	Quality Assurance Auditors are employees who ensure the adherence of other employees to company processes and guidelines. They are expected to be experts on quality assurance processes and procedures... Show more	$12-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Safety Regulations
   • Repair Defects
   • Inspection Process
   • Comparators
   • Technical Manuals
   • Circuit Boards
   • Assembly Line
   • ISO
   • FAA
   • Surface Mount

   Responsibilities:

   • Process and manage for MRB non-conforming products.
   • Conduct dimensional and visual inspections procedures on CMM machines to ensure geometrical characteristics of the product are in specification.
   • Prepare non-conformance reports with accurate document data for non- conforming materials for evaluation and disposition.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your inspector-repairer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An inspector-repairer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, inspector-repairers' average salary in alabama is 51% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level inspector-repairers 48% less than senior-level inspector-repairers.
   • Certifications. An inspector-repairer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an inspector-repairer's salary.

   Average inspector-repairer salary

   $50,492yearly

   $24.27 hourly rate

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   Entry-level inspector-repairer salary

   $36,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 28, 2025

4. Writing an inspector-repairer job description

   A job description for an inspector-repairer role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an inspector-repairer job description:

   Inspector-repairer job description example

   JOB TITLE: State Inspector and Truck Repair Mechanic
   
   JOB TYPE

   • Full Time

   JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

   • Virginia State Inspection license required
   • Ability to work on commercial vehicle engines.
   • Troubleshoot customer tire needs.
   • Inspect vehicles for additional problems.
   • Use basic hand tools, tire tools, alignment machines, brake lathe, air wrench, and other essential tools to perform the job.
   • Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests and identifying worn and damaged parts.
   • Maintain equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
   • Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering, hydraulics; completes machine shop operations; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, gear tooth contact, valve mechanisms, governors, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
   • Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
   • Comply with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
   • Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
   • Keep a clean service area.

   OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

   • Other duties can and will arise, and candidate should be prepared to take on these challenges openly.

   EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

   • High School Degree or GED.

   REQUIREMENTS

   • Virginia State Inspection license required
   • Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding environment.
   • Must be able to work independently and also in a team environment doing other job duties as assigned.
   • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
   • Basic automotive skills and general mechanical knowledge.

   WORK AUTHORIZATION

   • United States (Required)

   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
   

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right inspector-repairer for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

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

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit inspector-repairers, 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.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to 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 inspector-repairer

   Once you have selected a candidate for the inspector-repairer position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new inspector-repairer. 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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