API Inspector 510, 570, 653

PROtect, LLC•Peoria, IL

About The Position

Conduct mechanical integrity inspections on vessels, piping, and tanks at ethanol facilities. The role involves traveling to projects across the Midwest, generally for three weeks followed by one week off. The schedule is flexible but typically consists of six 10-hour shifts per week. Per diem is paid for working and travel days. The inspector performs nondestructive testing and inspections using applicable codes, standards, equipment, specifications, and procedures. The role also requires selecting and operating testing equipment, identifying material defects, completing documentation and reports, driving company vehicles safely, following and promoting safety procedures, and interacting professionally with customers and coworkers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certification in API 510, API 570, and API 653.
Valid driver’s license.
Must be insurable through PROtect, LLC’s insurance carrier.
Demonstrated NDT skill, knowledge, or experience.
Expertise in multiple NDT methods and willingness to continue learning and applying skills.
Intermediate mechanical knowledge and aptitude.
Strong verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
Ability to work a demanding, flexible schedule, typically six 10-hour shifts per week, with three weeks traveling to Midwest projects followed by one week off.
Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds on loose, rough, or uneven terrain, and occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Ability to climb and work at heights; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle objects, stand for extended periods, walk, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to work in confined spaces, extreme cold and heat, near hazards including moving mechanical parts and electrical components, and with exposure to chemicals.
Ability to adapt to frequent changes in the work environment.
Professional appearance and conduct, punctuality, and customer-service skills.
Ability to use critical thinking, make decisions, pay attention to detail, multitask, and provide instruction professionally.
Required visual acuity includes seeing details at close range, clarity of vision at 20 feet or more, and peripheral vision while looking at a fixed point.

Responsibilities

Conduct mechanical integrity inspections on vessels, piping, and tanks.
Perform NDT testing and inspections using appropriate methods, including API 510, API 570, API 653, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing, and visual inspection.
Select, prepare, load, calibrate, or operate equipment used for nondestructive testing.
Identify material defects using appropriate testing techniques.
Complete documentation, work orders, and reports thoroughly, following protocols and required timeframes.
Drive company vehicles and maintain a safe driving record.
Follow and promote applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures; look out for crew members and other site personnel, recognize hazards, and instruct assigned assistants.
Interact professionally with customers and coworkers.
Monitor equipment or processes using gauges, dials, or other indicators.
Coordinate actions with others and work effectively as part of a team.
Look for opportunities to improve quality and processes.