Coatings Inspector I: Hands-On Inspection & Growth Path

Construction Material Testing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Texas is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic coating inspections under a CIP Level 2 or 3 inspector. You will verify surface prep to SSPC/NACE standards, measure film thickness and ambient conditions, and document coating work on tanks, structural steel, pipe, and concrete.

This entry-level role requires AMPP CIP Level 1 certification, 1+ years in coatings inspection, and comfort working around blasting and spray operations.

Qualifications

• AMPP CIP Level 1 certification (current).
• 1+ years in industrial coatings application or inspection.
• Comfortable around blasting and spray operations and tanks.

Responsibilities

• Verify surface preparation to SSPC/NACE cleanliness and profile standards.
• Measure ambient conditions and film thickness; document readings.
• Keep the daily coating inspection log and photograph each stage.

Skills

AMPP CIP Level 1

1+ years industrial coatings

Instrument reading & logs

Tools

Wet film gauge

Holiday detector

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Texas is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic coating inspections under a CIP Level 2 or 3 inspector. You will verify surface prep to SSPC/NACE standards, measure film thickness and ambient conditions, and document coating work on tanks, structural steel, pipe, and concrete.

This entry-level role requires AMPP CIP Level 1 certification, 1+ years in coatings inspection, and comfort working around blasting and spray operations.