Shop Fabrication Inspector (CWI)

Volkert Inc•Downingtown, PA
•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Volkert is searching for a Shop Fabrication Inspector for our Mid-Atlantic Region in Downingtown, PA. This position offers immediate openings for qualified professionals to support existing clients and participate on challenging urban mega projects as well as rural projects in Pennsylvania. This position is full-time year round!

Requirements

  • Valid certified Welding Inspector (CWI) issued by the American Welding Society (AWS).
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in inspection and/or QA/QC with structural steel fabrication.
  • Experience in a structural steel fabrication shop working to AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards
  • Must meet ASNT SNT-TC-1A (2016) Level I requirements, with combined Level I and II training hours accepted in applicable NDT methods (e.g., PT, MT, UT, RT Interpretation) relevant to assigned shop duties.
  • Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, specifications and special provisions of the project.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
  • If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Nice To Haves

  • PennDOT certifications highly desired
  • PennDOT experience a plus

Responsibilities

  • Inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications of fabricated products
  • Testing of materials; review of plans
  • Keeping daily diaries on project operations, resolving daily constructability issues and troubleshooting problems to mitigate delays to project’s progress
  • Monitoring contractor's daily operations
  • Effectively communicating and coordinating work with contractor, coworkers, and supervisors
  • Testing on-site of materials as required

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits
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