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Dudek

As-Needed Stormwater Inspector

Desert Hot Springs, CA · On-site +1

$35 - $65/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Storm Water Inspector is responsible for ensuring site compliance with the California NPDES ... Complete, maintain and submit SWPPP reporting forms * Advise project management of BMP ...

Dudek

As-Needed Stormwater Inspector

Desert Hot Springs, CA · On-site

$35 - $65/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Storm Water Inspector is responsible for ensuring site compliance with the California NPDES ... Complete, maintain and submit SWPPP reporting forms * Advise project management of BMP ...

Dudek

As-Needed Stormwater Inspector

Blythe, CA

$35 - $65/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Storm Water Inspector is responsible for ensuring site compliance with the California NPDES ... Complete, maintain and submit SWPPP reporting forms * Advise project management of BMP ...

Dudek

As-Needed Stormwater Inspector

Blythe, CA · On-site +1

$35 - $65/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Storm Water Inspector is responsible for ensuring site compliance with the California NPDES ... Complete, maintain and submit SWPPP reporting forms * Advise project management of BMP ...

Dudek

As-Needed Stormwater Inspector

Blythe, CA · On-site +1

$35/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Storm Water Inspector is responsible for ensuring site compliance with the California NPDES ... Complete, maintain and submit SWPPP reporting forms * Advise project management of BMP ...

Keish Environmental

Stormwater Inspector

San Jose, CA · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct field inspections and implement stormwater BMPs per NPDES permits, SWPPPs, and MS4 ... Develop and refine SWPPP plans for projects in environmentally sensitive and post-wildfire areas.

Keish Environmental PC

Stormwater Inspector

San Jose, CA · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct field inspections and implement stormwater BMPs per NPDES permits, SWPPPs, and MS4 ... Develop and refine SWPPP plans for projects in environmentally sensitive and post-wildfire areas.

Keish Environmental PC

Stormwater Inspector

San Jose, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Conduct field inspections and implement stormwater BMPs per NPDES permits, SWPPPs, and MS4 ... Develop and refine SWPPP plans for projects in environmentally sensitive and post-wildfire areas.

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How much do swppp inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for swppp inspector in California is $54,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $62,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Swppp inspector?

A SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) Inspector is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental regulations related to stormwater runoff on construction sites. They conduct site inspections, document findings, and recommend corrective actions to prevent pollution. Inspectors verify that best management practices (BMPs) are properly installed and maintained per regulatory requirements. Their role helps protect water quality by minimizing sediment and pollutant discharge from construction activities.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Swppp inspector on a construction site?

As a SWPPP Inspector, your main responsibilities include regularly inspecting construction sites to ensure compliance with Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, identifying and documenting any potential violations, and recommending corrective actions. You will work closely with project managers, contractors, and regulatory representatives to maintain proper sediment and erosion controls. The job often involves both field work—such as site walks and weather-related checks—and detailed reporting to document compliance. This role is crucial for protecting the environment while keeping construction projects on schedule and within regulatory guidelines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Swppp inspector position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SWPPP Inspector, you need a solid understanding of stormwater regulations, construction site practices, and environmental compliance, usually supported by relevant certifications like CESSWI or CPESC. Familiarity with inspection software, GPS mapping tools, and reporting systems is essential for accurate documentation and communication. Attention to detail, effective problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills help you collaborate with contractors and regulatory agencies. These abilities ensure projects remain compliant with environmental laws, minimizing risks and supporting sustainable development.

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Infographic showing various Swppp Inspector job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $54,220 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Construction Stormwater Inspector

Resource Management Solutions

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

A global construction & engineering firm has a need for a Construction Stormwater Inspector to support construction & environmental management systems/projects across California. This position can be located in numerous locations across California. 


A global construction & engineering firm has a need for a Construction Stormwater Inspector to support construction & environmental management systems/projects across California. This position can be located in numerous locations across California.

Responsibilities

  • Depending on the type of site there will either be routine weekly or monthly site inspections needed once the construction starts until the site is stabilized. The duration of the projects can vary from a month or 2 or to many years. When rain is forecasted at 50% or more or at 0.50 inches or more a pre-rain event will need to be completed (this can be coupled with the weekly or monthly inspection) at least 48 hours prior to the forecasted start of the event. If rain occurs during working hours (typical construct working hours are weekdays only during typical day hours, not overnight; however, there is always the possibility that there could be overnight or weekend work, at which then an inspection would need to be completed if it is raining), then an additional inspection will need to be completed every day it is raining during work. Finally, if rain is received then a post-storm inspection needs to be completed within 48 hours of the end of the event.
  • Inspection requirements are for the most part the same for all types of inspections: Visit the site and view all of the work locations, areas of soil disturbance, laydown yards, etc., and verify that all requirements in the SWPPP are being followed. Take lots of pictures, including a picture of the rain gauge. If it has rained be sure to empty out the rain gauge. Inspections will be documented on an inspection form that then needs to be translated into PG&E’s online inspection form. Hard copies of the form should be left in the SWPPP binder which should be onsite with the construction crew. A selection of the pictures will be included with the completion of the online inspection form (so the pictures will need to be transferred to the computer to attach to the form). Depending on the site type, a water sample analyzed for pH/turbidity in the field may need to be completed at discharge sampling points during rain events where discharge is observed.
  • Communicate any deficiencies to the onsite construction crew and what they need to do to fix them and also communicate the deficiency to the QSD on the SWPPP immediately.
  • There are also some documents that we need to prepare, I am not sure if we would also ask the inspector to assist with these or just use the information he/she has provided to complete them ourselves in-house.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology
  • QSD and/or QSP certification required