Coatings Inspector I — Field QA (Tank & Structure)

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic coating inspections under supervision, verifying surface prep to SSPC/NACE standards, and documenting each step of application on tanks, structural steel, pipe, and concrete. You’ll measure ambient conditions, film thickness, and monitor the coating process, keeping a precise log and photos for each stage.

This entry‑level role requires AMPP CIP Level 1 certification and at least 1 year in

Qualifications

• AMPP CIP Level 1 certification is required and current.
• 1+ year in industrial coatings application or inspection.
• Comfortable working around tanks, structures, blasting and spray operations.
• Meticulous with instruments and records.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record ambient conditions (temperature, humidity, dew point) 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 data sheets.
• Keep the daily coating inspection log and photograph each stage of work.

Skills

AMPP CIP Level 1

Industrial coatings experience

Inspection instruments

Record keeping

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic coating inspections under supervision, verifying surface prep to SSPC/NACE standards, and documenting each step of application on tanks, structural steel, pipe, and concrete. You’ll measure ambient conditions, film thickness, and monitor the coating process, keeping a precise log and photos for each stage.

This entry‑level role requires AMPP CIP Level 1 certification and at least 1 year in