API Inspector Salary in Des Moines, Iowa

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How much does an API Inspector make in Des Moines, IA? The average API Inspector salary in Des Moines, IA is $65,730 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $57,591 and $76,292. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile API Inspector Salary	$50,182	Des Moines,IA	May 01, 2025
25th Percentile API Inspector Salary	$57,591	Des Moines,IA	May 01, 2025
50th Percentile API Inspector Salary	$65,730	Des Moines,IA	May 01, 2025
75th Percentile API Inspector Salary	$76,292	Des Moines,IA	May 01, 2025
90th Percentile API Inspector Salary	$85,908	Des Moines,IA	May 01, 2025

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TPC Group - HOUSTON , TX

Job Summary. Under direct supervision of the Lead Inspectors, HNO Maintenance Inspector shall be responsible for ensuring the mechanical integrity of the fixed

- 5 days ago

API 653 Inspector

Ranger Inspection™ - HOUSTON , TX

Job Description. Ranger Inspection™ provides non-destructive testing on aboveground storage tanks, pressure vessels, and piping, including API Standard 510, 570

- 2 days ago

API 653 Inspector / QAQC

Airswift - CENTRAL , VA

Airswift has been tasked by one of our major clients to find two API 653 Inspectors/QAQC professionals for a long-term assignment in Carolinas and Central Virgi

- 2 days ago

CDL-A Owner Operator

Ozark Motor Lines - WEIRTON , WV

Family-owned Ozark Motor Lines is seeking to partner with owner operator truck drivers who want consistent freight and predictable home time. From our roots pla

- 32 days ago

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Ozark Motor Lines - IDABEL , OK

Family-owned Ozark Motor Lines is seeking to partner with owner operator truck drivers who want consistent freight and predictable home time. From our roots pla

- 32 days ago

CDL-A Owner Operator

Ozark Motor Lines - CONWAY , AR

Family-owned Ozark Motor Lines is seeking to partner with owner operator truck drivers who want consistent freight and predictable home time. From our roots pla

- 32 days ago

What does an API Inspector do?

API Inspector

Demonstrate excellent communication skills, professionalism, and promote a positive customer service attitude internally and externally.

September 08, 2022

Communicate and deal with customers and other parties in person in such a manner as to benefit the professional reputation of the company.

October 18, 2022

Follow and enforce the Company required safe work practices and procedures at all times.

November 16, 2022

Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be completed.

December 18, 2022

Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems.

January 29, 2023

Provide input on findings in a timely manner.

January 30, 2023

Review, validate, and approve reporting employees’ timesheet and reports.

January 31, 2023

Maintains a positive “can do” outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.

April 08, 2023

Compile and submit completed inspection report in a timely manner.

April 18, 2023

Drive a vehicle safely in extremely hazardous conditions.

May 19, 2023

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About Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in ...

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76505

65850

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of API Inspector in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for API Inspector ranges from $57,591 to $76,292 with the average base salary of $65,730. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,602 to $76,505 with the average total cash compensation of $65,850.

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About Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A smal....More

Des Moines, Iowa area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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