SGS is currently hiring for two CWI (Welding Inspector) roles supporting multiple projects across New York and Pennsylvania . Role 1: * Start: May 8 * Duration: Through mid-October * Scope: Valve ...
SGS is currently hiring for two CWI (Welding Inspector) roles supporting multiple projects across New York and Pennsylvania . Role 1: * Start: May 8 * Duration: Through mid-October * Scope: Valve ...
Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3
$17 - $23.25/hr
Georgia Power Contract: 3 Year Work Type: In-Person (Travel required between multiple hydro sites) Position Overview The Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3 will serve as the Site Construction Quality ...
Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3
$17 - $23.25/hr
Georgia Power Contract: 3 Year Work Type: In-Person (Travel required between multiple hydro sites) Position Overview The Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3 will serve as the Site Construction Quality ...
Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3
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$17 - $23.25/hr
Georgia Power Contract: 3 Year Work Type: In-Person (Travel required between multiple hydro sites) Position Overview The Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3 will serve as the Site Construction Quality ...
Quality Coordinator (AWS/CWI) 3
Wiley, GA · On-site
$17 - $23.25/hr
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Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
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$40 - $60/hr
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Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
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Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
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Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$40 - $60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$40 - $60/hr
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Dental
Vision
Retirement
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Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$40 - $60/hr
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Dental
Vision
Retirement
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Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
CWI QAQC Inspector
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... met per contract and approved designs; notify the contractor and maintain records. * Draft ... CWI/ASW is a must * 5+ years of experience in industrial/commercial plumbing, required.
CWI QAQC Inspector
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... met per contract and approved designs; notify the contractor and maintain records. * Draft ... CWI/ASW is a must * 5+ years of experience in industrial/commercial plumbing, required.
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$40 - $60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
Certified Welding Inspector (AWS-CWI)
Redmond, WA · On-site
$40 - $60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Prepare detailed inspection reports documenting compliance with contract documents, approved ... Maintain current AWS CWI certification and other required credentials Qualifications * Previous ...
CWI QAQC Inspector
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... met per contract and approved designs; notify the contractor and maintain records. * Draft ... CWI/ASW is a must * 5+ years of experience in industrial/commercial plumbing, required.
CWI QAQC Inspector
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... met per contract and approved designs; notify the contractor and maintain records. * Draft ... CWI/ASW is a must * 5+ years of experience in industrial/commercial plumbing, required.
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
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$27 - $35/hr
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Retirement
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Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Norfolk, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
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Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Norfolk, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
$27.50 - $37.25/hr
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Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
$27.50 - $37.25/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Norfolk, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Norfolk, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Suffolk, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Suffolk, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) and NDT Inspector
Virginia Beach, VA · On-site
$27 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Citizen due to government contract requirements. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBIDS ... CWI certification is required. Additional NDT qualifications and experience in PT, MT, and/or UT ...
CWI QAQC Inspector
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... met per contract and approved designs; notify the contractor and maintain records. * Draft ... CWI/ASW is a must * 5+ years of experience in industrial/commercial plumbing, required.
CWI QAQC Inspector
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
... met per contract and approved designs; notify the contractor and maintain records. * Draft ... CWI/ASW is a must * 5+ years of experience in industrial/commercial plumbing, required.
Contract Cwi information
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$16.83 - $19.73
2% of jobs
$19.73 - $22.64
5% of jobs
$22.64 - $25.55
10% of jobs
$27 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$25.55 - $28.45
16% of jobs
$28.45 - $31.36
14% of jobs
The median wage is $32.33 / hr.
$31.36 - $34.27
10% of jobs
$34.27 - $37.17
17% of jobs
$38.04 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$37.17 - $40.08
5% of jobs
$40.08 - $42.99
3% of jobs
$42.99 - $45.89
14% of jobs
$45.89 - $48.80
4% of jobs
$16
$33
$48
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What is the difference between Contract Cwi vs Contract Ndt Technician?
| Aspect | Contract Cwi | Contract Ndt Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) | Level II or III NDT certifications (e.g., ASNT) |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, manufacturing plants, oil & gas facilities | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas, aerospace |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Welding inspection, quality assurance in construction & fabrication | Non-destructive testing of materials & welds |
The main difference between a Contract Cwi and a Contract Ndt Technician lies in their certifications and focus. A Contract Cwi specializes in welding inspection and quality assurance, requiring a CWI certification, while a Contract Ndt Technician performs non-destructive testing, often with different certifications. Both roles are vital in industrial settings but serve distinct functions in ensuring safety and quality.
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$31/hr
Contractor
Re-posted 18 days ago
Job description
We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.
SGS is currently hiring for two CWI (Welding Inspector) roles supporting multiple projects across New York and Pennsylvania.
Role 1:
- Start: May 8
- Duration: Through mid-October
- Scope: Valve replacement projects in Western NY and two larger compressor station modifications in Genesee, PA
Role 2:
- Start: May 4
- Duration: Through September
- Locations: Utica, Fort Plain, and Albany, NY, with one project in Genesee, PA
Project Overview:
- Projects span Albany, Western NY, Ohio, Texas, and Pennsylvania
- Includes valve replacements and compressor station work
- Key locations include Perry, NY and Silver Springs, NY (7-8 miles apart), grouped with the Genesee site
- Valve projects are typically short-term (1-2 weeks each)
The Welding Inspector will need to review Purchaser's specifications and procedures for the above-mentioned tasks and ensure the contractor performs these tasks in compliance with the specification and procedures. The Welding Inspector will need to work with the contractor as a team to complete the necessary work.Â
Responsibilities
Performs duties as designated by the Project Supervisor/Chief Inspector in accordance with the job requirements outlined in the Purchaser's specifications.
Prepares all appropriate reports, cataloging the day's welding progress, repairs, and supplemental information. These reports become records of construction.
The following reports shall be completed and maintained:
Welding Inspector's Daily Report
Qualified & Disqualified Welders List
Welder Qualification Record
Weld Log
- Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) required
- Experience with valve replacements, station work, or M&R piping preferred
- Must have experience with Mark up drawings (redlines)
- Track: weld locations, changes made in the field, materials used, ensure everything matches what was installed, help create the final turnover package
The Welding Inspector will be expected to have the following equipment:
- Digital Camera for taking daily pictures as documentation of inspected activities.
- A digital or analog type of meter for checking amperage and voltage.
- A stop watch and tape for checking travel speed.
- A Temp. Stick or handheld temperature gun for checking the pipe temperature.
- Diameter or Pi Tape
- Digital or Dial Caliper
- Inside Diameter Micrometer
- Outside Calipers
- Pipe Bevel and Land Gage
- Magnifying Glass
- Paint Markers
- Hand Held Mirror
- Calculator
Schedule:Â
Guaranteed 50 hours/week (5x10s)
Most contractors are working 6x10s, offering additional hours
Travel:
Mileage + per diem provided for candidates outside a 50-mile radius
Pay:
$31.00/hour
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process.
Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.