Structural Steel Welding Inspector

Certerra (Northwest Geotech / Northwest Testing)•Charleston, SC
•$35 - $50

About The Position

Certerra - Insight Group is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services supporting product development, quality assurance, project delivery, and asset management. The company states that it is passionate about contributing to sustainable development in the communities it serves. Construction Inspectors specializing in steel spend most of their time on projects conducting construction-related inspections that require specific certifications and/or experience. The role involves monitoring construction quality and adherence to building code requirements, drawings, and project specifications; documenting observations and testing results; communicating results through the project manager; and, when requested, collaborating with the project team on potential solutions. Inspectors must adhere to strict safety standards and maintain quality standards on projects.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history.
  • American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.

Nice To Haves

  • Visual Testing (VT) certification.
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) certification.
  • Dye Penetrant Testing (PT) certification.
  • Radiographic Testing (RT) certification.
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT) certification.
  • American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification.
  • Other national, regional, state, or local materials-related certifications requiring experience and a written examination.

Responsibilities

  • Perform testing, observation, and inspection as directed, following training and specified procedures.
  • Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
  • Clearly document findings and results.
  • Communicate information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
  • Draft inspection reports for review by a senior inspector and/or Project Managers.
  • Maintain equipment and calibration.
  • Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
  • Follow safety rules and project safety requirements, perform pre-task planning before work, and report safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Maintain quality standards on all projects.
  • Monitor construction quality and compliance with building codes, construction drawings, and project specifications.
  • Prepare inspection reports and written documentation of observations and testing results.
  • Communicate inspection results to the project team through the project manager and collaborate on solutions to potential issues when requested.
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