Marine Inspector / Senior Marine Inspector (57803)
About The Position
Applied Technical Services (ATS) is hiring a Marine Inspector to support its Marine Services division in Portland, Oregon, and Southern California. The role performs marine inspection, survey, and quality assurance work aboard commercial and government vessels, barges, terminals, and other marine facilities. The inspector is expected to work independently, interact directly with clients, and deliver technical reports and recommendations. Frequent local and regional travel to ports, shipyards, marine terminals, and customer facilities is required. The position includes vessel and structural inspections, thickness measurement, piping and welding inspections, coating assessments, shipyard repair oversight, and quality assurance activities. Experience with major classification societies, naval standards, and commercial, government, or military marine clients is desirable. The role requires working in shipyards, aboard vessels, and in industrial environments, including access to ladders, staging, confined spaces, and vessel compartments, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Applicants must be U.S. Persons because the position involves access to information subject to U.S. export controls under ITAR. Applicants must pass a drug screen and hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. ATS offers competitive compensation, benefits, and advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of marine inspection, marine surveying, shipyard, or vessel repair experience, including independent field experience.
- Demonstrated ability to perform inspections independently and with minimal supervision.
- Strong understanding of marine structures, welding, coatings, corrosion, and piping systems.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, repair procedures, and classification requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and ability to travel as required.
- Ability to learn and comply with company policies and procedures.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR requirements.
- Ability to climb ladders, staging, and vessel structures; access confined spaces and vessel compartments; lift up to 50 pounds; and wear required PPE while working around marine and industrial hazards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), Lloyd's Register (LR), DNV, Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK), or RINA.
- Experience with U.S. Navy/NAVSEA programs, Military Sealift Command, commercial vessel operators, shipyards, or marine terminals.
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
- NACE/AMPP Coating Inspector certification.
- Certified Marine Surveyor (CMS).
- ASNT Level II or III certification in MT, PT, or UT.
- API 510, 570, or 653 certification.
- OSHA Maritime Safety Training.
- Confined Space Training.
- CPR/First Aid Certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform classification society- and owner-required inspections.
- Conduct hull condition surveys and thickness measurement surveys.
- Inspect steel renewals and welding work.
- Oversee and supervise shipyard repairs and dry dock or repair periods.
- Develop repair specifications.
- Conduct piping system surveys and assessments.
- Assess coating condition and structural integrity.
- Perform damage evaluations and prepare reports.
- Conduct marine quality assurance and quality control audits.
- Review marine safety compliance.
- Consult with clients and prepare technical reports.
- Communicate with clients and shipyard personnel and manage inspection projects.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacation
- Personal time
- Bonuses
- Advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
