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NACE Coating Inspector

Houston, TX

One year experience in the application or inspection of coating and either NACE CIP level 1 certification or SSPC PC1 level 1 certification. Please note: API 1169 Certification is strongly preferred ...

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NACE Coating Inspector

NACE Coating Inspector

EnSiteUSA

Houston, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

The Coating Inspectors shall possess knowledge and skills relating to the application of protective coatings to pipelines, fabricated piping, and storage tanks. The inspector should be familiar with and have experience in applying protective coatings, operating lest equipment, monitoring the application of the coatings, and enforcing company, industry and manufacturers specifications. The inspector must be familiar with safety standards applicable to coating applications as set forth in OSHA Construction Industry Standards.


Primary Functions:


  • Performs assigned routine tests on materials, services in process, or finished projects where results are compared with company quality standards. Reports results to supervisor who will make an analysis and take necessary action.
  • Inspects visually for obvious defects.
  • Performs detailed visual inspection when necessary to determine quality of prodcut/service where limits are not clearly defined. Identifies defective work and helps put corrective actions in place.
  • Records results on inspection forms or charts and reports number of defects found. Posts and maintains forms and charts of inspection data, quality levels, or special quality studies.
  • May act as quality control department clerk, maintaining all quality records for facility.
  • Verifies that all materials used in the performance of the job assignment are in compliance with Client Company requirements.
  • Cooperates and works closely with the Repair/Cut-Out Welding Inspector, NDT and Contractor's Representative to assure that no repairs or cutouts are coated and lowered-in.
  • Assures that all specifications and safety standards are adhered to.
  • Records and reports material usage and waste.


Qualifications:


  • Minimum of two years of experience inthe application or inspection of coating in the petroleum or chemical industries, or
  • One year experience in the application or inspection of coating and either NACE CIP level 1 certification or SSPC PC1 level 1 certification.


Please note: API 1169 Certification is strongly preferred and often required for all Inspectors depending upon the project or client assignment. We strongly encourage all inspection applicants to consider API 1169 certification. Please visitAPI | API 1169 - Pipeline Construction Inspectorfor more information.


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Serving North America’s energy spectrum for decades, we have developed a strong resume demonstrating a storied and diverse EPC & EPCM project history. This experience stretches across the renewable, electric, and upstream, midstream, downstream, transmission, and distribution pipeline markets, giving EnSiteUSA a unique blend of experience with field-proven insight into complex project challenges. We combine our experience with forward-thinking technology solutions to deliver the best solution for your needs. To the core, we are project management professionals and technical subject matter experts (SMEs). Because we understand the connection between structure and purpose, we have built our company to precisely accommodate our clients. We listen. Whether it’s full- or single-service support you require, we tailor our solutions accordingly. We run lean and without bureaucratic complexity, which means we can adapt quickly and proactively, scaling up or down as needed. We believe that trust is earned on every project, never compromising on safety, integrity or our word. Ultimately, our purpose is to serve our clients. We’ve built a company - and a reputation - for doing just that.

Industry

Professional, scientific, and technical services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1989

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