AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector

Modjeski and Masters; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Modjeski and Masters in New Orleans seeks an Experienced AMPP Senior Coatings Inspector for bridge coating projects. The role involves QA inspections, reporting, and reviewing contractor submittals for QC operations, health and safety, and paint sampling.

You will work closely with owners and contractors to ensure quality and safety on large-scale bridge projects. Requirements include a high school diploma, ABET-aware degree, and 5+ years in bridge coating inspection, with AMPP Senior

Qualifications

• High School Diploma minimum.
• Associate degree in Construction Management or B.S. degree from ABET Accredited College or University is preferred.
• AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector.
• AMPP Certified Coatings Inspector will be considered pending ability to acquire AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector within 6 months of employment.
• 5+ years of BRIDGE coating inspection experience.
• Bridge specialty endorsement is preferred.
• SSPC C-3 “Lead Paint Removal”, and SSPC C-5 “Lead Paint Removal Refresher” completed within last 2 years.
• Background check for e-RAILSAFE and TWIC.
• FRA Random Drug Testing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team on bridge coating projects; typically two inspectors on larger projects.
• Perform QA coating inspections on bridge painting projects and prepare daily/weekly reports.
• Review contractor submittals for QC operations, containment plans, health and safety plans, and paint sampling/testing plans.
• Conduct coating condition assessments.
• Assist in coating plans and specifications.
• Collaborate with owner and contractor to foster partnerships on bridge coating projects.
• Communicate effectively in English and use Excel/Word/iPad apps.

Skills

AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspect

Bridge coating inspection

Bridge endorsement

Security background screening

FRA/ Drug testing compliance

SSPC C-3 Lead Paint Removal

SSPC C-5 Lead Paint Removal Refresher

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Construction Management

B.S. degree from ABET Accredited College

Tools

Excel

Word

iPad apps

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced
Job Location: New Orleans LA - New Orleans, LA 70163
Position Type: Full Time

The New Orleans, LA Office of Modjeski and Masters is seeking an AMPP SENIOR CERTIFIED COATINGS INSPECTOR

What We’re Looking For

• High School Diploma minimum
• Associate degree in Construction Management or B.S. degree from an ABET Accredited College or University is preferred.
• AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector
• AMPP Certified Coatings Inspector will be considered pending ability to acquire AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector within 6 months of employment.
• 5+ years of BRIDGE coating inspection experience.
• Bridge specialty endorsement is preferred.
• Successful completion of SSPC C-3 “Lead Paint Removal”, and successful completion of SSPC C-5 “Lead Paint Removal Refresher” within the last two (2) years.
• Must be able to pass a security background check for e-RAILSAFE and TWIC.
• Must be able to pass FRA Random Drug Testing

What You’ll Do

• Work as part a team on bridge coating projects. We typically have two coating inspectors on larger scale projects. On small-scale projects you will work individually.
• Perform Quality Assurance coating inspections on bridge painting projects including preparing daily and weekly reports for coating projects for all types and sizes of highway and railroad bridges. This includes interacting with contractors and clients.
• Bridge types include fixed bridges and moveable including large trusses.
• Assist in the preparation of coating plans and specifications.
• Assist in review of contractors’ submittals for QC operations, worker qualifications, containment plans, health and safety plans, and paint sampling and testing plans.
• Conduct coating condition assessments.
• Ability to work in a team environment and foster partnership relationship between the owner and the contractor on bridge coating projects.
• Have good command of the English language with good oral and written communication skills and computer software skills, such as excel, word and apps on an iPad.

Working Conditions

• Position requires a combination of both office and field duties and the potential to work weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Temporary relocation is required for some bridge coating inspection projects, occurring throughout the United States and Canada and occasional travel and overnight stays for other coating related inspections or assessments.
• Position involves working conditions such climbing on superstructures (working at extreme heights) and substructures of bridges, working out of equipment such as manlifts, aerial work platforms, and under bridge inspection vehicles, along with being exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Work around potentially hazardous materials including lead and requiring wearing respiratory protection.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Bonus Program
• Eligible employees receive cash bonuses based on the achievement of individual performance objective and business objectives during each calendar year
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Competitive PTO accruals
• Starting at 22 days, increases with years’ experience
• Comprehensive cafeteria-style benefit plan which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for our employees and their dependents
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Basic Accidental death and dismemberment & Basic Life
• Long term Disability coverage
• Several other additional benefits offered
• Short term disability
• Identity Protection
• Flexible spending accounts
• Optional life insurance for dependents

Who We Are:

M&M is one of the world’s leading bridge engineering firms, known for technical excellence and innovation that surpasses current standards. Established more than 130 years ago, our firm is responsible for the design and maintenance of some of the nation’s most recognizable structures. Our services include fixed and movable bridge design, inspection and rehabilitation, and all facets of life-cycle maintenance, research, and code development. We offer a competitive base salary, company ownership through our ESOP, a 401(k) with company matching, and a full benefits package. Review our benefits page for more information. Take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation, collaboration, and employee ownership.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States

Employer is EOE/M/F/D/V. No third-party candidates please

Questions regarding open positions can be sent to Recruiting Coordinator, Jamie Kibler [e-mail]

Notice to Third Party Recruiters

Modjeski and Masters, Inc. only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Modjeski and Masters, Inc. approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Modjeski and Masters, Inc. does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.