API 653 Tank Inspector — Field Integrity Specialist

Acuren; Calgary; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Echo NDE, based in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking an API 653 Inspector to join our team. The role involves on-site inspections of aboveground tanks and pressure-retaining equipment across Western Canada, with travel between worksites.

You will prepare detailed reports, provide fitness-for-service recommendations, and liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure compliance and asset integrity. Candidates should have API 653 and at least some NDT credentials, strong communication, and drive to

Qualifications

• API 653 certification required.
• Preference given to candidates with NDT certifications.
• Strong technical report writing and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of NDE methods, welding practices, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to evaluate equipment condition and provide repair and fitness-for-service recommendations.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive client and stakeholder relationships.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel across Western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections and non-destructive examinations of tanks and pressure-retaining equipment.
• Assess equipment condition to ensure regulatory and client requirements.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports with findings and recommendations.
• Provide technical recommendations for repair, alteration, re-rating, replacement, and fitness-for-service evaluations.
• Assist clients in applying inspection techniques, codes, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and NDT personnel to support programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and participate in hazard assessments.
• Support tank inspection planning, turnaround activities, and integrity programs.
• Maintain applicable certifications and stay current with industry codes and best practices.

Skills

API 653

NDT certifications

Report writing

NDE knowledge

Welding standards

Repair recommendations

Problem solving

Organization

Time management

Client relationships

Communication

Independent work

Driver's license

Job description

Echo NDE, based in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking an API 653 Inspector to join our team. The role involves on-site inspections of aboveground tanks and pressure-retaining equipment across Western Canada, with travel between worksites.

You will prepare detailed reports, provide fitness-for-service recommendations, and liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure compliance and asset integrity. Candidates should have API 653 and at least some NDT credentials, strong communication, and drive to