API 510 570 653 Inspector - Travel

PROtect LLC; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible travel schedule

Per Diem for travel days

Safety training provided

Job summary

A safety and inspection services company is seeking an API 510 570 653 Inspector for a travel role. Responsibilities include conducting Mechanical Integrity inspections at ethanol facilities across the US, utilizing various NDT methods. The ideal candidate has expertise in NDT, strong communication skills, and the physical ability to lift heavy objects. A high school diploma or GED and valid certifications in API 510, 570, 653 are required. This role operates on a 3-week on/1-week off rotational schedule.

Qualifications

• Expertise in multiple NDT methods and tools.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Mechanical Integrity inspections on vessels and tanks.
• Utilize applicable NDT methods for inspections.
• Drive company vehicles and ensure safety adherence.

Skills

Expertise in NDT methods

Intermediate mechanical knowledge

Strong verbal and written communication

Flexibility in schedule

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Professional appearance and conduct

Customer service skills

Coordination skills

Critical thinking

Multi-tasking ability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

NDT testing equipment

Testing tools

Job description

API 510 570 653 Inspector - Travel

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Summary

Conduct Mechanical Integrity inspections on vessels, piping and tanks at ethanol facilities across the US on a 3‑week on/1‑week off rotational schedule.

Essential Functions

• Conduct non‑destructive (NDT) testing of components and materials in accordance with applicable codes, standards, equipment utilization, specifications, and procedures.
• Utilize appropriate NDT method to perform NDT inspections, including API 510, API 570, API 653, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing and visual inspections.
• Select, prepare, load, calibrate, or operate equipment used in the non‑destructive testing of products or materials.
• Identify defects in materials using appropriate testing technique.
• Complete documentation, work orders, and reporting thoroughly following established protocols and meeting required timeframes.
• Drive Company vehicles and maintain safe driving record.
• Safety focused. Knowledge of, commitment to follow and lead others to follow, applicable safety regulations, policies and procedures. Apply these safety standards in the work environment, look out for other crew members and other work site personnel. Able to recognize hazards and provide instruction to assigned assistants.
• Interact professionally with customers and co‑workers.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• NDT Methods – Expertise in multiple NDT methods and willingness to engage in ongoing learning and application of skills. Understand appropriate use of tools and equipment.
• Mechanical – Intermediate mechanical knowledge and aptitude.
• Communication and Active Listening – Strong verbal and written communication skills. Able to speak and write clearly. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking appropriate questions.
• Able to Work a Demanding and Flexible Schedule – Schedule is flexible but will mainly be 3 weeks traveling to projects across the midwest, and one week off. Per Diem will be paid out for days working/traveling! Weekly schedule will consist of 6 ten‑hour shifts.
• Physical Demands – Able to frequently lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds on loose, rough or uneven terrain. Able to occasionally exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 150 pounds with assistance. Climbing and working at heights, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, standing for long periods, walking, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, working in confined spaces, working in extreme cold and heat, visual acuity, working near hazards including moving mechanical parts, working near electrical components and exposures to chemicals. Able to adapt to frequent, often daily, changes in the work environment.
• Professional Appearance and Conduct – Dress appropriately for the assignment and maintain good hygiene.
• Customer Service – Interact professionally with customers. Punctual arrival to assignments.
• Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Operation Monitoring – Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine or process is working properly.
• Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Equipment Selection – Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Critical Thinking – Use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Good decision maker and detail oriented.
• Multi‑Tasking – Ability to perform, monitor, or go back and forth between multiple tasks effectively.
• Vision – The ability to see details at close range (within 20 inches). Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to right or to left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
• Team Work – able to work effectively as part of a team and to provide instruction to others effectively and professionally.
• Quality and Process Improvement – Thorough and continually looks for ways to improve processes.

Education

High School Diploma or GED.

Certification and Licensure

Valid driver’s license. Insurability through PROtect, LLC insurance carrier. Certification in API 510, 570, 653 required.

Work Experience

Demonstrated NDT skill, knowledge or experience.