CWI Structural Steel Inspector

ECS Ltd • Brooklyn Heights, OH

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About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking a Specialty Technician to join its Cleveland team. The role involves field observations and inspections on a variety of projects, including construction-material testing and structural-steel work. The inspector may perform destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT), including observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel and inspections of welded or bolted connections. Work is performed according to project requirements and industry standards, under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers. Inspections may also take place in fabrication facilities.

The position includes collecting and reducing test data, performing calculations, documenting findings, maintaining field equipment, and communicating site conditions and testing needs to the project team. ECS provides training in its methods and encourages professional development through training programs and certification opportunities.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have or be willing to obtain 2 relevant specialty certifications from industry authorities such as NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, or ASTM; other authorities may be considered at ECS's discretion.
• Ability to carry 40–70 pounds multiple times a day or occasionally lift 85 pounds to waist height.
• Valid driver's license and insurance.
• Suitable transportation for use on job sites; mileage will be reimbursed.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and follow local and state laws, road and driving regulations, and company policies.
• Strong speaking, reading, and writing communication skills.
• Working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards.
• Good understanding of heavy-construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform work at heights.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
• Functional ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• For NDE-focused work, ability to calibrate NDE equipment.
• Military ranks E-4 or E-5 may qualify if the education, certification, and license requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural-steel placement.
• Complete project tasks under the guidance of senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers; conduct inspections in fabrication facilities when needed.
• Conduct routine observations and inspections of structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded and bolted connections, using testing equipment and methods that follow industry standards.
• Perform calculations and reduce data based on samples, test results, and inspections.
• Complete drafting and other administrative duties as required.
• Keep field equipment organized and notify a supervisor of broken or missing equipment.
• Communicate daily with site contractors, technicians, and project managers about changing site conditions and additional testing requests.
• Attend project meetings as requested.
• Receive training in ECS methods for project observations, inspections, and testing.
• Document findings precisely in accordance with accepted engineering practices.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement for suitable transportation used on job sites.
• Support for enhancing professional skills and career growth.
• Encouragement to participate in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED