Inspector II, Petroleum - Channelview, TX

VetJobs•Channelview, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek is seeking a petroleum inspector to join its Caleb Brett team on site at its Channelview, Texas facility. Caleb Brett provides cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. With guidance from Branch Management, the Inspector performs volume measurements, sampling, calculations, documentation, and reporting to provide customers with independent, accurate, and complete assessments of material quantity and quality. The work is carried out safely, legally, and ethically, with a focus on accurate, timely, and cost-effective service. The schedule involves varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and on-call hours. The position may require offshore travel by boat launch and climbing a pilot ladder to inspect vessels. The role includes physical activities such as lifting, walking, standing, reaching, bending, stooping, climbing, squatting, and driving.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in the petroleum inspection industry.
Basic mathematics skills and ability to work in an automated environment.
Ability to work on an on-call basis.
No fear of heights; ability to climb ladders and stairs for shore tanks.
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and organize workload and manage time efficiently.
Effective verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to travel as business needs dictate.
Good understanding and knowledge of refinery operations relating to inspection activities.
General computer knowledge.
Good written and oral communication skills and ability to work as a team player.
Self-motivation, attention to detail, and good time-management and prioritization skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting, walking, standing, reaching, bending, stooping, climbing, squatting, and driving.
Follow safety practices and policies to protect oneself and others, and model Intertek’s 10X Energies in the workplace.

Nice To Haves

IFIA certification is a plus; if not certified, the candidate must be able to pass the exam to obtain certification after 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow Caleb Brett safety procedures and specified methodologies, and complete associated paperwork.
Measure volume and temperature and sample commodity materials in lines, shore tanks, rail cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships.
Conduct visual inspections of lines, pumps, manifolds, shore tanks, rail cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships.
Complete custody-transfer surveys of commodities transferred to and from rail cars, tank trucks, shore tanks, barges, and ships.
Perform routine equipment calibration, verification, and function checks.
Verify and communicate results and record them in the appropriate print or electronic media to ensure validity and traceability.
Provide on-the-job assistance and receive training from more experienced inspectors.
Communicate and coordinate with terminal, transport, and company personnel to support the assigned work.
Monitor the availability of supplies and communicate supply needs to the Dispatcher or Coordinator.
Organize and coordinate jobs so services are delivered and reports and samples are submitted on time.
Maintain work areas, records, and equipment in a clean, organized, and functional condition.
Travel offshore by boat launch and climb a pilot ladder to inspect vessels when required.