Coatings Inspector I – Field QA (AMPP CIP 1)

Construction Material Testing; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing seeks a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic inspection under a CIP Level 2 or 3 inspector. You will verify surface prep, measure ambient conditions, and document coating progress on tanks, structures, pipe, and concrete, recording every step and ensuring compliance with SSPC/NACE AMPP standards.

Responsibilities include logging readings, verifying materials, and maintaining complete inspection records; the role involves some travel for project sites and

Qualifications

• AMPP CIP Level 1 certification current.
• 1+ years in industrial coatings application or inspection.
• Comfortable working in tanks, on structures, and around blasting and spray operations.
• Meticulous with instruments and records.
• Honest about what the gauge reads.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record ambient conditions before and during application.
• Verify surface preparation to SSPC/NACE cleanliness and profile standards.
• Measure wet film and dry film thickness and check for holidays and defects.
• Verify coating materials, batch numbers, mixing, and pot life against manufacturer data sheets.
• Keep the daily coating inspection log and photograph each stage of the work.

Education

AMPP CIP Level 1 certification

Job description

Construction Material Testing seeks a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic inspection under a CIP Level 2 or 3 inspector. You will verify surface prep, measure ambient conditions, and document coating progress on tanks, structures, pipe, and concrete, recording every step and ensuring compliance with SSPC/NACE AMPP standards.

Responsibilities include logging readings, verifying materials, and maintaining complete inspection records; the role involves some travel for project sites and