API - 653 Inspector- Houston, TX Area

Apave America Inc.•Houston, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Apave America Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Senior API 653 Inspector for a nested position in Houston, TX! We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 401k w/ Company match! As a Senior API 653 Inspector you will plan, supervise, and perform internal and external visual inspections and nondestructive examination on above ground storage tanks in accordance with the API 653 standards and requirements, as well as provide client with technical recommendations for the repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of plant equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required
API 653 required and 10+ years of experience with tanks
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in tank inspection is required
Current valid certification to American Petroleum Institute Standard API 653 is required
In-depth working knowledge of API 653 and ASME standards required
Experience working in direct support of petrochemical facility engineers
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Software: Outlook, Word, Excel, and various IDMS platforms
Valid Driver’s License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required
Pre-employment background checks will be required
Valid TWIC Card required

Nice To Haves

API 510 and or 570 certifications will be considered an asset
Active CWI certification is a plus
NDT Level II MT/PT/UTT Certifications considered an asset
Working knowledge of API 510 and or 570 and ASME standards considered an asset

Responsibilities

Prepare and or review comprehensive storage tank inspection reports; Submit to client technically accurate reports documenting the condition of tank equipment
Have broad knowledge base relating to tank inspection and repair of aboveground storage tanks, and satisfy the minimum qualifications specified in API Standard 653: Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction
Provide client with technical recommendations for the repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of tank equipment, as required for safe operation within stated operating parameters for durations specified by client
Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues
Provide technical guidance, on an application of non-destructive examination techniques and procedures
Fully comply with all Apave America Inc. and client safe work practices and actively participate in all site safety initiatives
Interpret regulations, codes and industry standards
Travel to sites as needed.