API Inspector with Arctic Testing & Inspection

ASRC Industrial Services (AIS); La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K matching up to 4%

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

ASRC Industrial Services (AIS) seeks a Nested API 510/570/653/CWI Inspector to support client facilities in the greater Houston area. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and compliance with industry codes, working with unit inspectors and client reps to uphold plant asset integrity. A strong RBI background and API/NDE certifications are highly valued, with opportunities to contribute to mechanical integrity programs and data management.

Qualifications

• API 510/570/653/CWI certifications preferred.
• Experience with RBI programs and mechanical integrity.
• Knowledge of PCMS.
• Knowledge of API codes and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections per API standards and procedures.
• Assist external inspections of process equipment for integrity programs.
• Review and redline P&IDs reflecting field conditions.
• Input data into PCMS and maintain records.
• Support Unit Inspectors with RBI, PT, UTT, PMI tasks.
• Participate in progress meetings and coordinate inspection activities.

Skills

Reading drawings

P&IDs interpretation

Inspection documentation

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Education

API 510/570/653/CWI certifications

TWIC Card

PT/UTT/PMI NDE certifications

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PCMS

Job description

Company Overview

Arctic Testing and Inspection (ATI) offers a wide-range of comprehensive advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection services for the energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and aerospace industries

Join ATI and become part of a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and making a meaningful impact across critical industries.

We offer competitive salaries and full range of benefits including generous PTO plan, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K (100% match up to 4% eligible compensation) and 100% immediate vesting, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as other benefits.

Job Summary

Arctic Testing & Inspection (ATI) is seeking a Nested API 510/570/653/CWI Inspector to support inspection activities at a client facility in the greater Houston area. This position reports to the Houston office and is responsible for performing API inspections, supporting NDE activities, and assisting with the mechanical integrity of piping systems and related equipment while ensuring compliance with applicable industry codes, customer requirements, and company standards. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality inspection services. This individual will work closely with unit inspectors, operations personnel, and client representatives to support the integrity and reliability of plant assets. At ATI, we are committed to our mission, vision, and values by demonstrating excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, accountability, ownership, and a dedication to leaving things better than we found them.

Here's What You'll Be Doing:

• Perform visual inspections in accordance with applicable API standards and company procedures.
• Assist with external inspections of process equipment to support inspection and integrity programs.
• Review and redline P&IDs to ensure accuracy and reflect field conditions.
• Input data in PCMS.
• Support Unit Inspectors with inspection activities, including borescope inspections, PT, UTT, PMI, and other assigned tasks.
• Participate in weekly progress meetings to provide project updates and coordinate inspection activities.
• Attend weekly contractor safety meetings to promote compliance with site safety requirements and communicate project-related safety information.
• Coordinate and maintain the quarterly harness inspection program, ensuring all equipment inspections are completed and documented.
• Track and maintain employee training and certifications, including Safety Essentials, Site-Specific Orientation, Scaffolding, Confined Space, Fresh Air and other required credentials to ensure ongoing compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Certifications

• API 510, API 570, API 653, and CWI certifications preferred. Candidates with a relevant combination of these certifications are encouraged to apply, even if they do not hold all certifications listed.
• API 580 a plus, but not required.
• PT, UTT & PMI NDE certifications.
• TWIC Card.

Experience & Technical Knowledge

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong RBI background, including circuitization, process loops, damage mechanisms, use of RBI programs, and inspection updates.
• Experience with a mechanical integrity program from start to finish.
• Knowledge of PCMS.
• Knowledge of applicable API codes and industry standards.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read engineering drawings, P&IDs, and inspection documentation.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and required certifications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug screening, and client site requirements.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

EEO Statement

ASRC Industrial and its operating companies affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. ASRC Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.