Freelance Welding auditor Texas City TX / Part Time 1099 TXTEOC
About The Position
GCA is seeking an additional qualified Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and/or API 570 Welding Inspector to support the GCA Ammonia Plant turnaround in Texas City, Texas. The inspector will provide dedicated oversight of DOT and non-DOT welding activities and work with the AP QA/QC Lead, Quality Manager, inspectors, engineers, and QA/QC teams. The role provides inspection coverage during night operations and supports compliance with applicable DOT, ASME, API, and project quality requirements. The assignment is expected to last approximately 3–4 weeks, with potential for extension. Work may include piping prefabrication, pipe and valve installation, pneumatic testing, and insulation installation support. Additional night-shift inspection coverage is intended to help prevent inspection backlogs, address quality issues promptly, maintain compliance, and support safe, timely project completion.
Requirements
- Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification and/or API 570 certification.
- Experience in industrial, pipeline, refinery, chemical plant, or pressure-vessel environments.
- Working knowledge of 49 CFR Part 195, including DOT 195.222 for liquid pipelines.
- Knowledge of API 1104 Appendix B, ASME B31.3, and ASME BPVC Section IX.
- Experience reviewing welding procedures, welder qualifications, and NDE documentation.
- Ability to interpret isometric drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
- Current TWIC card.
- Ability to work in a refinery or chemical plant, climb stairs, and access elevated work areas.
- Availability for the designated night shift.
Responsibilities
- Provide welding inspection and quality oversight during piping fabrication, installation, and repair activities.
- Verify welds and applicable records in accordance with project requirements, including DOT requirements and API 1104 Appendix B.
- Review WPSs, PQRs, welder performance qualifications (WPQs), and related welding documentation.
- Interpret isometric drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
- Verify pipe cleanliness before welding and support valve and pipe installation verification.
- Coordinate inspection activities and confirm weld readiness for non-destructive examination (NDE).
- Review third-party NDE reports and verify compliance with applicable requirements.
- Maintain accurate inspection records and support turnover documentation reviews.
- Follow site safety protocols and collaborate with the project team to address quality issues promptly.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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