Certified Welding Inspector - Quality As

Fickett Structural Solutions, Inc.; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fickett Structural Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) actively performing welding inspections to join our Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin offices.

The role focuses on inspection of structural steel for buildings, bridges and related projects, with work in accordance with AWS D1.1 or D1.5 standards. Candidates must hold a CWI certificate with D1.1/D1.5 experience, have at least 1 year in-service or shop inspections, and be able to obtain ICC Special Inspections 2.1/2.2

Qualifications

• Holds a current CWI certificate with D1.1 or D1.5 work experience.
• 1+ year of experience as a CWI performing inspections.
• Familiar with scope and limitations of methods and can operate without supervision.
• Experience with structural steel welding inspections and reporting.
• Able to obtain ICC Special Inspections 2.1/2.2 within three months.
• Able to read engineering drawings, specs, and codes.
• Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must drive to multiple job sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections (VT) on structural steel for construction.
• Coordinate inspections with project managers and engineers.
• Communicate findings and nonconformances to stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports with photos and drawings.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies and codes.
• Keep equipment properly maintained and calibrated.
• Promote safety practices on site and in office.

Skills

CWI certification

In-service inspections

Structural steel welding

Report writing

ICC Special Inspections (SNT-TC-1A)

NDT Level II

CAD knowledge

PDF software

Word and Excel

Aerial lift safety

Education

CWI with D1.1 or D1.5 experience

ICC Special Inspections: 2.1/2.2

Tools

CAD software

PDF software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Fickett Structural Solutions, Inc. is a structural engineering, inspection and testing firm with offices in Madison and Milwaukee Wisconsin, as well as Tennessee, Oregon, and Washington. We are seeking a Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) who is actively performing welding inspections. This person will be assigned to either our Madison or Milwaukee, Wisconsin office. We provide inspection and testing services during the construction of commercial structures such as buildings, stadiums and parking ramps, as well as shop fabrication inspections on bridges, buildings, and dams. Most inspection work is fabricated to AWS D1.1 or D1.5 specifications. This is a direct hire position, not a contractor role.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections (VT) on structural steel for use in the construction of buildings, bridges, dams, and ancillary structures as specified by design, shop, and as-built drawings, specifications, and applicable industry codes
• Coordinates inspections with site project manager or responsible person in charge
• Coordinate and communicate with Engineer of Record as required
• Communicate with project personnel regarding work requirements, inspection findings, and identified defects or nonconformances
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and use of specialized inspection and testing equipment
• Prepares timely, detailed reports of the inspection results, including descriptions, drawings, photos, etc., of nonconforming details with deficiencies noted
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, federal and state regulations, and client requirements
• Maintain compliance with AWS, ASTM, RCSC, IBC, ICC, OSHA and other applicable codes
• Promote safety awareness and model best practices during field and office activities

Other Responsibilities, As Required/assigned Inspect, Test, Or Measure

• materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications. Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs. Record inspection or test data, such as weights, temperatures, grades, or moisture content, and quantities inspected or graded.

OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Holds a current certificate as a Certified Weld Inspector (CWI) with D1.1 or D1.5 work experience
• 1-year of experience or more as a CWI performing in-service weld inspections or shop welding inspections
• Is thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the methods for which he/she is certified and is able to exercise assigned responsibility without direct supervision
• Relevant experience with structural steel welding inspections, structural steel bolting inspections, and writing comprehensive reports
• Have, or ability to obtain within three months of hire, the ICC Special Inspections certification for 2.1 Structural Steel: Steel High Strength Bolting and 2.2 Structural Steel: Steel Welding
• Ability to define and document problems, collect data, evaluate facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to read and understand engineering and construction plans, specifications, industry codes and shop drawings
• Ability to work outside in various types of weather conditions
• Ability to work in aerial lifts utilizing appropriate PPE and safeguards
• Ability to drive company vehicle or own vehicle to various job sites

Recommended Qualifications

• Documented proof of Experience/on-the-job-training To Meet The Level II Requirements To SNT-TC-1A and Fickett Structural Solutions' personnel specification for MT and UT Shear Wave
• Ability to successfully pass NDT Level II Certification to SNT-TC-1A and Fickett Structural Solutions' personnel specification for MT and UT Shear Wave
• Have, or ability to obtain, the ICC Special Inspections certification for 2.1 Structural Steel: Steel
• Nondestructive Testing Skills: Experience with PDF software, Word and Excel required
• Experience using various computer devices including Laptops, IPads, Tablets, Etc. Required
• Experience (previous Employment or coursework) with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is useful but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong sense of integrity and professional ethics

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in both office and non-office environments, such as construction job sites and fabrication shops
• Ability to speak, hear, sit, reach, bend, stoop, climb, balance, walk, and stand for long periods, traverse uneven job site surfaces, lift or move up to 50 pounds, handle power tools, utilize various testing instruments, reach with hands/arms, crawl/walk into small spaces, maneuver over fences and up steep embankments, climb ladders/ascend heights, climb into bucket trucks and aerial lifts
• Ability to tolerate working at heights in mechanical lifts or from ladders
• Ability to wear appropriate fall protection equipment
• Vision abilities must include close and distance vision with or without correction, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Ability to adjust and work in varied weather and temperature conditions, as well as dusty and noisy environments