Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 (occupation group), with detailed role definition from O*NET, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation salary by state
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation is a professional role within the function in the Transportation and Material Moving job family.
What Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviations do
Typical education: High School Diploma
Inspect vehicles or other equipment for evidence of abuse, damage, or mechanical malfunction.
Inspect vehicles or equipment to ensure compliance with rules, standards, or regulations.
Inspect repairs to transportation vehicles or equipment to ensure that repair work was performed properly.
Identify modifications to engines, fuel systems, emissions control equipment, or other vehicle systems to determine the impact of modifications on inspection procedures or conclusions.
Conduct remote inspections of motor vehicles, using handheld controllers and remotely directed vehicle inspection devices.
Top skills:Quality Control AnalysisOperations MonitoringActive ListeningTroubleshootingSpeakingReading Comprehension
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation pay by experience level
Entry level$41,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$61,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$95,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$112,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$143,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+1.7%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
2,500
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation salary by industry
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
11,220 workers
$104,500
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
4,490 workers
$136,000
Support Activities for Transportation
3,960 workers
$76,000
Local Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
3,700 workers
$91,000
State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
3,020 workers
$73,500
Support Activities for Air Transportation
2,560 workers
$81,500
Repair and Maintenance
1,950 workers
$44,500
Automotive Repair and Maintenance
1,950 workers
$44,500
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
1,870 workers
$102,000
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing
1,790 workers
$103,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation pays 33% above the average across 53 roles in the Transportation and Material Moving job family (family average $69,000).
Similar-paying roles in Transportation and Material Moving
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation make?
The average base salary for a Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation in the United States is $91,500 per year, or about $43.99 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $61,000 and $112,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Transportation and Material Moving roles?
The Transportation and Material Moving job family averages $69,000 across 53 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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