Coating Inspector

KTA-Tator, Inc.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Ownership)

401K

Job summary

KTA-Tator, Inc. is seeking experienced AMPP Certified (NACE Level 2) and Senior Certified Coatings Inspectors to travel across the United States for extended periods. Excellent communication, transportation, and inspection skills are required.

The role focuses on coatings inspection in bridges and related structures with a willingness to work in diverse environments. Candidates should hold AMPP/NACE Level 2 or 3 credentials, have a valid driver’s license, and be prepared for extensive travel.

Qualifications

• AMPP Certified (NACE CIP Level 2) or Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (NACE CIP Level 3)
• Willingness to travel across the U.S. for extensive periods
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Excellent work ethic with good oral and written communication and decision making skills
• Detail and customer oriented
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel skills

Responsibilities

• Travel across the U.S. for extensive periods to perform coatings inspections
• Perform bridge coatings inspections per AMPP/NACE standards
• Communicate findings and recommendations to clients
• Maintain accurate inspection records and prepare reports

Skills

Oral and written communication

Detail orientation

Customer orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee-owned materials engineering firm, internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion protection and asset integrity. Five business units comprise the $40 million enterprise offering a broad range of coatings, steel, concrete fabrication and building envelope inspection, evaluation, and testing services in nearly every market and industry.

KTA is recruiting experienced AMPP Certified (NACE Level 2) and Senior Certified Coating Inspectors (NACE Level 3) open to traveling across the U.S. for extensive periods of time. Opportunities are open to candidates with the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• AMPP Certified (NACE CIP Level 2) or Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (NACE CIP Level 3)
• Reliable Transportation and valid driver’s license
• Excellent work ethic with good oral and written communication and decision making skills
• Detail and customer oriented
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel skills

Preferred Additional Qualifications:

• 2-5 years’ bridge coatings inspection experience
• SSPC Lead Paint Removal (C3)
• Bridge Coatings Inspector (BCI) Level 1 or 2
• Physical Requirements:
  • Close, color, distance, depth vision, and ability to adjust focus;
  • Ability to travel extensively and ability to work outside (including inclement weather); and
  • Climbing, bending, crawling, and working in confined spaces and on uneven terrain.

Come see what all the buzz is about! We offer competitive pay, great benefits, including two fantastic retirement plans (Employee Ownership (ESOP) & 401K), and will likely have many great opportunities down the line as we continue to grow!

Salary Range: $40-50/hour with comprehensive benefits package. Hourly rate is based on experience and certifications.

A criminal background and motor vehicle check will be conducted.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA).