Structural Steel Inspector CWI NDT

WSPSan Diego, CA
$40 - $55Hybrid

About The Position

WSP is currently seeking a Structural Steel Inspector CWI NDT to join our team in San Diego, CA. This is a technical field position with some laboratory testing expected. AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Certification is required with experience in inspection of structural steel fabrication and erection, familiarity with AWS Codes D1.1, along with ASNT NDT Level II certification in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) and Ultrasonic Testing (UT). The ideal candidate will be available for immediate employment for projects in Southern California, mainly in San Diego County. There could be opportunities for travel to various locations within the US (optional, if the inspector is agreeable to travel).

Requirements

  • High School Diploma.
  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant post education experience in discipline.
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector with (CWI) Certification
  • ASNT NDT Level II Certification (UT and MT)
  • Experience performing QA/QC during structural steel fabrication
  • Dependability, honesty, and integrity
  • Computer Skills: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office applications, Adobe PDFs
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to work well independently and with others
  • Decision making skills
  • Self-starter
  • Must be willing to travel as needed, including overnight stays when out of town
  • Valid Driver License
  • Sufficient physical stamina to work long hours indoors and outdoors under various field conditions and exposure to traffic, extreme heat, cold, rainfall, and snow
  • Climbing, bending, crawling, and working in confined spaces and on uneven terrain
  • Ability to lift 25+ lbs.
  • Must pass a physical and background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

  • Any ICC special inspector certifications.
  • City of San Diego Special Inspector Registration.
  • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I.
  • NACE / AMPP or SSPC Coatings Certification.
  • ASNT NDT Level II Certifications such as RT, PT, and PAUT.

Responsibilities

  • Inspection of welding, steel fabrication, and steel erection.
  • Monitoring work for compliance with approved shop drawings, standards, and specifications.
  • Inspection and evaluation of corroded and/or damages steel members.
  • Inspection of repair welding and coatings.
  • Communication and interaction with owners, fabricators, engineers, and other CWIs and NDT technicians.
  • Review submittals (welding plans, WPS, WPQR, Welder Certification, shop drawings, quality control reports) for compliance to the project requirements.
  • Writing daily shop / field reports in digital format.
  • Participate in WSP safety meetings.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement savings
  • Paid sick leave
  • Paid vacation (or other personal time)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
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