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Home Based Coating Inspector Jobs in Loudon, TN (NOW HIRING)

Property Manager

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$23 - $24/hr

We are seeking a property manager for a mobile home park in Knoxville, TN. The ideal candidate will ... Conduct property inspections monthly and quarterly. * Enforce all rules and regulations established ...

Pay: * $55,000/annually+, based on experience * Paid Weekly What Could Make You a Great Fit: * You ... home. * Minimal to no driving infractions, especially as it relates to DOT inspections, speeding ...

Pay: * $55,000/annually+, based on experience * Paid Weekly What Could Make You a Great Fit: * You ... home. * Minimal to no driving infractions, especially as it relates to DOT inspections, speeding ...

Machine Operator

Loudon, TN · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

... home delivery work trucks on the market today. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Operates basic machine shop ... piece inspection to verify compliance with blueprint specifications and performs intermediate ...

Machine Operator

Loudon, TN · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

... home delivery work trucks on the market today. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Operates basic machine shop ... piece inspection to verify compliance with blueprint specifications and performs intermediate ...

DOT Route Driver - Knoxville

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$21 - $26.50/hr

Home Daily * 5 Day Work Week * No Weekends * Salary package includes safety incentives, driver ... Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain Hours of Service (HOS) logs, and comply ...

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How much do home based coating inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for home based coating inspector in Loudon, TN is $28.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.52 and $33.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a home based coating inspector?

Home Based Coating Inspectors are professionals who evaluate and ensure the quality and integrity of protective coatings—such as paint, varnish, or other finishes—applied to surfaces in industries like construction, manufacturing, or infrastructure. Unlike traditional inspectors who travel to job sites, these inspectors often review documentation, photos, and test results remotely from their homes. They may use digital tools to assess compliance with industry standards and provide feedback or reports to clients. This role requires a strong understanding of coating materials, application techniques, and quality assurance standards.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a home based coating inspector?

To thrive as a Home Based Coating Inspector, you need a strong understanding of coating application processes, materials science, and industry standards, typically supported by certifications such as NACE or SSPC. Familiarity with inspection tools like dry film thickness gauges, adhesion testers, and reporting software is essential. Attention to detail, excellent communication, and self-motivation are vital soft skills for remote collaboration and accurate reporting. These skills and qualifications ensure that coatings meet safety and quality standards, preventing costly failures and maintaining regulatory compliance.

What challenges do home based coating inspectors face and how can they be managed?

Home Based Coating Inspectors often encounter challenges such as coordinating with remote teams, maintaining consistent communication with site personnel, and ensuring thorough documentation of inspections. Managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, proficiency with digital reporting tools, and proactive communication via email, phone, or video calls. Staying updated on industry standards and participating in regular training also helps inspectors maintain the quality and accuracy of their work despite working independently.

What is the difference between Home Based Coating Inspector vs Field Coating Inspector?

AspectHome Based Coating InspectorField Coating Inspector
CertificationsTypically requires coatings inspection certifications (e.g., NACE, SSPC)Same certifications often required
Work EnvironmentPrimarily office-based, reviewing documents, reports, and remote assessmentsOn-site inspections at project locations
Industry UsageUsed in industries like manufacturing, shipping, and remote projectsCommon in construction, oil & gas, and infrastructure projects

The main difference is that a Home Based Coating Inspector works mostly remotely, focusing on documentation and review, while a Field Coating Inspector conducts on-site inspections to ensure coating quality directly at project sites. Both roles require similar certifications but differ significantly in work environment and daily tasks.

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What cities near Loudon, TN are hiring for Home Based Coating Inspector jobs?

Cities near Loudon, TN with the most Home Based Coating Inspector job openings:

Infographic showing various Home Based Coating Inspector job openings in Loudon, TN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,073 per year, or $28.9 per hour.

Truck Driver Company - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Reefer - $85.8k - $118.04k per year - APL Cargo

APL Cargo

Knoxville, TN • On-site

$1.5K - $2.1K/wk

Full-time

Medical

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

CDL-A OTR Truck Driver | Earn Up to $2,100/Week.

Now hiring across 22 home-weekly regions · Seats fill fast — same-day recruiter callbacks


APL CARGO INCEXCELLENCE IN MOTION

SOLO CDL-A REEFER · OTR · HIRING NOW


22 LOCATIONS WITH HOME WEEKLY

34-hr restart at home · check if your ZIP qualifies


REAL MILES. REAL PAYCHECKS.

APL Cargo is hiring experienced solo reefer drivers who want steady miles, a truck that

runs, and a company that answers the phone.


Straight talk: this is true OTR — you're out about 2 weeks at a time, then home. But if

you live near one of our 22 home-weekly hubs, we can likely get you home once a week

to take your 34-hour restart at home.


AVERAGE SOLO WEEKLY PAY

$1,550 – $2,170 / week

Based on 2,500–3,500 mi/week at $0.62 starting CPM.



THE NUMBERS, NO GAMES

A Pay Ladder You Earn Your Way Up

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Your CPM climbs on a clear schedule — and how fast you climb is on you. Drive safe,

run efficient, deliver on time, and you move up. Here's exactly how it works.

Raises are earned on results, not just time in the seat — the drivers who run safe,

efficient, and on-time climb fastest. Miles average 2,500–3,500/week; we build lanes to

keep you moving.


HOW YOU EARN YOUR RAISE

These are the marks that move you up the ladder — and pay bonuses on top.

✓ Safety & clean inspections — Accident-free miles and clean DOT inspections

✓ Fuel efficiency — Hit 7+ MPG and keep it there

✓ On-time delivery — Loads picked up and delivered on schedule

✓ Reliability — Show up, communicate, run the miles


EXTRA PAY ON TOP OF YOUR CPM

Performance bonuses — Clean DOT inspections & 7+ MPG fuel efficiency

Breakdown, detention & layover pay — You get paid when the load doesn't cooperate

Health coverage after 90 days — Comprehensive medical for W-2 drivers

Driver recognition program — We notice the drivers who show up right

Loyalty Bonus Program -  $100 per weekly bonus for the first 52 weeks of employment as

long as the driver is employed the whole 52 weeks. 


HOME WEEKLY AVAILABLE

22 Hubs Where You Get Home Every Week

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OTR doesn't have to mean gone for weeks. If you live within about 100 miles of one of our

22 home-weekly locations, we can likely run you on lanes that get you home once a week to

take your 34-hour restart at home — instead of resetting on the road.


To be clear: this is a weekly 34-hour reset at home, not guaranteed Saturday–Sunday off.

The day your reset lands depends on your run, but you'll be home about every 7 days.


Home weekly means a 34-hour restart taken at home roughly once a week — not a set

weekend off. It depends on living within ~100 miles of a hub and available freight in your

area. Not near a hub? You can still run true OTR with home time every 2 weeks — talk to

a recruiter about what's realistic for where you live.


WHAT YOU GET

Built For Drivers Who Run Hard

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Everything here comes from one question we ask ourselves: would this have mattered

when we were the ones behind the wheel?


Late-Model Fleet

Drop & hook loads on well-maintained, modern reefer equipment. Less waiting, more rolling.

Home Every 2 Weeks

Consistent, predictable home time you can plan your life around. Pet-friendly, too.

Safety First

A real safety excellence program — because a safe driver is a driver who's still earning next year.

24/7 Support

Break down at 2 a.m.? Someone picks up. Real people, not a ticket you'll never hear back on.

Room to Grow

Clear path to better routes and leadership roles. We promote the drivers who earn it.

48-State Freight

Steady reefer freight coast to coast, planned around keeping you moving, not parked.


WHO YOU'RE DRIVING FOR

We Started In Your Seat

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APL Cargo was founded in 2014 by people who drove the miles first. We know what an empty

promise sounds like on a recruiting call — because we heard plenty of them.


That's why this page tells you the hard part up front. It's why our dispatch actually plans your

loads instead of leaving you guessing. We treat drivers like family because that's how we'd

want to be treated out there.


"If it wouldn't have been fair to us as drivers, we don't do it to ours."



THREE STEPS, TWO MINUTES

Let's Get You Rolling

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No endless forms. Tell us the basics, and a driver-recruiter — not a call center — reaches out.


1. Send the quick form — Takes about 2 minutes on your phone

2. Complete the full application — Sent right after — 10–15 minutes

3. Talk to a real recruiter — We call the number you give us



QUESTIONS DRIVERS ACTUALLY ASK

The Real Answers

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What's the starting pay, and how do raises work?

Every solo OTR reefer driver starts at $0.62 CPM. You can earn up to $0.64 at 90 days and

up to $0.66 at one year, then a penny raise each year after — $0.67, $0.68, $0.69 — up to a

top rate of $0.70. Those raises are earned on performance — safety, fuel efficiency (7+ MPG),on-time delivery, and reliability — so the drivers who run right climb fastest. On 2,500–3,500miles a week, that's $1,550–$2,170 weekly, roughly $78K–$109K in your first year, plus performance bonuses on top.


Will I actually get miles, or sit around waiting?

Our dispatch plans lanes to keep you moving — that's the whole point of running solo OTR

with us. Drivers average 2,500–3,500 miles a week. We won't promise a number we can't

run, but keeping you loaded is how we both make money.


Is this W-2 or 1099?

This solo OTR position is true W-2 employment with comprehensive health coverage after 90

days — not a 1099 contractor setup. If you're an owner-operator looking for a 1099 lease

arrangement, we run a separate program; ask your recruiter or visit our Owner-Operator page.


How often will I really be home?

Consistent home time every 2 weeks. This is true OTR, so you're out about two weeks at a

stretch. We're upfront about that because drivers who know what they signed up for stick around —

and that's better for everyone.


Can I get home every week instead of every 2?

Yes — if you live within about 100 miles of one of our 22 home-weekly hubs across the Midwest,

Texas, the Southeast, and the Carolinas. "Home weekly" means you take your 34-hour restart at

home about once a week — it's a weekly reset at the house, not a guaranteed weekend off, so the

exact day depends on your run. Enter your ZIP in the "Home Weekly" section above to see if you

qualify. Not near a hub? You'll run true OTR with home time every 2 weeks.


What are the requirements?

A valid Class A CDL and at least 1 year of verifiable CDL-A driving experience. A clean-ish

record helps — more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years may affect eligibility.


Who runs APL Cargo?

We're a private carrier founded in 2014 (US DOT / MC 869643), owned and operated by former

drivers, running a late-model reefer fleet across all 48 states. We're big enough to keep you loaded,

small enough to know your name.


YOUR NEXT PAYCHECK IS WAITING

Two minutes now. A driver-recruiter callback today.

APPLY TODAY!

Questions? CALL: (855) 209-4395