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SGS

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

Albany, NY · On-site +1

$31/hr

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

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

Wellsville, NY · On-site

$31/hr

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

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

Albany, NY · On-site

$31/hr

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

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

East Hampton, NY · On-site

$31/hr

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

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

Fort Plain, NY · On-site

$31/hr

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

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

Utica, NY · On-site +1

$31/hr

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 ...

G&W Products Inc

CWI Weld Inspector

Fairfield, OH · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)What do I need to bring? * Must be AWS, Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) * 2+ years of weld inspection, required * Must be proficient at reading weld symbols and blue ...

ADP, Inc.

CWI Weld Inspector

Fairfield, OH · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

CWI Weld Inspector REGULAR FULL TIME Technical Fairfield, OH, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1045 ... Experience with D1.1 and Ground Combat Vehicle Welding code for aluminum and steel * Capable of ...

JM Industries, LLC

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Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Riverdale, IL · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) is responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of welded components across all welding types. Operating primarily within maintenance facilities and ...

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How much do freelance cwi welding inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance cwi welding inspector in the United States is $31.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $36.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Cwi Welding Inspector vs Certified Welding Inspector?

AspectFreelance Cwi Welding InspectorCertified Welding Inspector
CertificationsTypically holds CWI certification from AWSHolds AWS CWI certification, often with additional endorsements
Work EnvironmentIndependent, project-based inspections at various sitesEmployed by companies or agencies, often in construction or manufacturing
Employer & Industry UsageWorks as a contractor or freelancer across multiple industriesWorks for employers or as a consultant within the welding industry
Search & Comparison IntentOften searched by those seeking flexible, freelance inspection rolesOften searched by those seeking official certification or employment

In summary, a Freelance Cwi Welding Inspector operates independently, offering inspection services on a project basis, while a Certified Welding Inspector is typically employed or contracted with a company, holding official AWS certification. Both roles require CWI certification, but their work environments and employment structures differ.

Are freelance Cwi welding inspectors in demand?

Freelance CWI welding inspectors are in demand due to ongoing needs for quality control in construction, manufacturing, and industrial projects. Their expertise in welding codes and certifications makes them valuable, especially in industries with strict safety standards and complex inspection requirements.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Cwi Welding Inspector job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,492 per year, or $32 per hour.

Welding (CWI) Inspector - Contract

SGS

Albany, NY • On-site, Remote

$31/hr

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Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Company 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.
Job Description
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.
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
Qualifications
  • 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:
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
Additional Information
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.

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