Coatings Inspector I — Grow in Industrial Coatings

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to inspect protective coating work under supervision, ensuring surface prep, thickness measurements, and documentation meet SSPC/NACE/AMPP standards. The role supports a team inspecting tanks, structural steel, pipes, and concrete, with opportunities for growth via Level 2/3 progression.

Applicants should hold AMPP CIP Level 1 certification, have 1+ year in industrial coatings, and be meticulous with instruments and logs.

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; check 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

Attention to detail

Record-keeping

Education

AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 1 certification

Tools

Coatings inspection instruments

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to inspect protective coating work under supervision, ensuring surface prep, thickness measurements, and documentation meet SSPC/NACE/AMPP standards. The role supports a team inspecting tanks, structural steel, pipes, and concrete, with opportunities for growth via Level 2/3 progression.

Applicants should hold AMPP CIP Level 1 certification, have 1+ year in industrial coatings, and be meticulous with instruments and logs.