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Serve as a liaison between the organizations' senior management, clients, and vendors * Read work ... NACE Level 1 required * Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and standards

Serve as a liaison between the organizations' senior management, clients, and vendors * Read work ... NACE Level 1 required * Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and standards

NACE Inspector Level II

Beaumont, TX ยท On-site

$48 - $54/hr

The NACE Inspector Level II plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity and quality of ... Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial coating inspection or related field. * Strong ...

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Coatings Inspector

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$40 - $45/hr

NACE Level 2 Certification (Coating Inspector) - current and valid * Minimum 3-5 years of coatings inspection experience * Proficiency with inspection equipment (DFT gages, surface profile gages, etc.

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How much do senior nace 3 coating inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior nace 3 coating inspector in the United States is $33.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.92 and $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Senior NACE 3 Coating Inspector?

Senior NACE 3 Coating Inspectors are highly qualified professionals certified at Level 3 by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE), now part of AMPP. They are experts in coating inspection, ensuring that protective coatings on structures like pipelines, tanks, and bridges meet industry standards for quality and corrosion resistance. Senior NACE 3 inspectors are typically responsible for overseeing complex projects, leading inspection teams, and providing guidance on coating procedures and compliance with specifications.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a Senior NACE 3 Coating Inspector?

To excel as a Senior NACE 3 Coating Inspector, you need in-depth knowledge of coating application, inspection techniques, and corrosion control, supported by the NACE Level 3 Certification. Familiarity with inspection tools such as holiday detectors, thickness gauges, and industry standards like SSPC and ISO is crucial. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and leadership abilities help ensure project compliance and team coordination. These competencies are essential for delivering high-quality coating inspections, ensuring safety, and protecting structural integrity in challenging environments.

What challenges do Senior NACE 3 Coating Inspectors face during large-scale projects?

Senior Nace 3 Coating Inspectors often encounter challenges such as coordinating with multiple contractors, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards, and managing tight project timelines. Large-scale projects may require overseeing several inspection teams, maintaining thorough documentation, and quickly resolving non-conformance issues. Effective communication with project managers and other stakeholders is crucial to ensure quality and prevent delays. Adapting to varying site conditions and staying up-to-date with evolving coating technologies also play a significant role in the success of the role.

What is the difference between Senior Nace 3 Coating Inspector vs Nace 2 Coating Inspector?

AspectSenior Nace 3 Coating InspectorNace 2 Coating Inspector
CertificationsTypically requires NACE Level 3, additional certifications preferredRequires NACE Level 2 certification
Work EnvironmentOversees complex projects, mentors junior inspectorsPerforms inspections under supervision, less complex projects
ResponsibilitiesLead inspections, ensure compliance, review reportsConducts inspections, documents findings

The main difference between a Senior Nace 3 Coating Inspector and a Nace 2 Coating Inspector lies in experience, certification level, and scope of responsibilities. Senior inspectors handle more complex projects, provide leadership, and require advanced certifications. Nace 2 inspectors focus on routine inspections with foundational certifications. Both roles are essential in the coating industry, but the senior position demands greater expertise and oversight.

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Coating Inspector Rancho Cucamonga

Certerra

Rancho Cucamonga, CA โ€ข On-site

$30 - $48/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

This Opportunity

A NACE (AMPP) Level 2 Coating Inspector (L2) reports directly to the Inspection Manager or a designated Senior Inspector. The L2 is expected to maintain and deepen relationships with customers (new and existing) with the primary goal to meet and exceed quality and service expectations. The L2 implements the policies and requirements of the IIPP and prepares and submits administrative paperwork and inspection reports in accordance with the CSI Inspection Program.
The L2 provide quality assurance (QA) monitoring of the coating activities of a contractor/sub-contractor on a daily basis or provide quality control (QC) monitoring of the activities of other CSI inspectors. The monitoring of a contractor may also be provided on a QC basis, if dictated by a formal contract.
When providing oversight of contractors, the L2 ensures that the coating inspection and testing activities on specifically assigned projects are performed and completed in accordance with project specifications and contract requirements. The L2 is responsible for assuring that all designated inspection holds points established by the specific project specifications are witnessed and properly verified. The L2 prepares and submits inspection reports in accordance with the IPG.
The L2 must meet one or more of the following requirements:
• Hold a current NACE (AMPP) Level 2 Certification
• Hold a bachelor’s degree plus at least 1 year experience as a coating inspector Level 1.
• Hold a high school degree plus at least 3 years’ experience in the field of inspection experience.
• Hold an associate degree plus at least 1 years’ experience in the field of coating inspection.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree plus at least 6 months experience in the field of coating inspection.

Physical Demands

  • Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work
  • Ability to stoop, kneel and to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds
  • Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles
  • Able to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or cold if need

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.

We offer an excellent benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401k.


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About Certerra

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Industry

Biotechnology research and development

Company size

1 - 10 Employees

Headquarters location

Farmingdale, NY, US

Year founded

2011