Field Inspector

WBI Energy Transmission; Glendive (MT); On-site; USD 48,656 - 66,896; Full time

Job summary

WBI Energy Transmission in Glendive, MT is seeking a Field Inspector, Sr. to prioritize safety and ensure compliance on construction projects. This role demands a strong knowledge of pipeline construction and environmental regulations, as well as the ability to document and manage inspection details effectively.

The ideal candidate should have an associate’s degree or equivalent experience and must achieve specific industry certifications within established timelines. The position requires extensive travel (over 50%) and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Ability to recognize compliance issues on jobsite and correct them.
• Extensive pipeline inspection and coating application experience required.
• Completion of industry certifications within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Document weld mapping job and ensure compliance with x-ray and test reports.
• Ensure pipelines are coated and valves are installed correctly.
• Direct personnel on environmental compliance during construction activities.

Skills

Pipeline construction knowledge

EPA and FERC environmental requirements knowledge

Welding inspection knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree with technical emphasis

Tools

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

AMPP Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP)

Job description

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day‑to‑day work routine for self and others. Responsible for compliance oversight on WBI construction projects pertaining to environmental, welding and material tracking on the jobsite and during prefabrication. Provides accurate jobsite, materials, and project completion documentation to various engineering teams at WBI Energy.

A Field Inspector, Sr. must be able to recognize and correct jobsite and pipeline compliance issues and provide corrective course of action to crew members, supervisors, engineers and contractors while maintaining project deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

Field Inspector ($30.70 – $42.22 per hour)

• A working knowledge of pipeline construction, EPA and FERC environmental requirements or welding inspection pertaining to API 1104 requirements at a level normally acquired through the completion of an associate’s degree with a technical emphasis or equivalent experience.

Field Inspector, Sr. ($35.32 – $48.56 per hour)

• A working knowledge of pipeline construction, EPA and FERC environmental requirements or welding inspection pertaining to API 1104 requirements at a level normally acquired through the completion of an associate’s degree with a technical emphasis or equivalent experience.
• Two years of experience in coating application and pipeline inspection or cathodic protection application and installation.

Other Requirements

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber‑attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
• Required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Subject to the Company’s DOT Substance Abuse Testing Program.
• Required travel: Extensive (50% +).

Field Inspector (Additional Other Requirements)

• Acquire AAMP Level I Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP) or equivalent within 2 years in the role.
• Acquire certifications within first 3 years in the role: Cathodic Protection (CP) Level I.
• Accredited Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.

Field Inspector, Sr (Additional Other Requirements)

• Accredited Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
• AMPP Level I Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP) or equivalent.
• Obtain AMPP Level II Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP) within 1 year in the role.
• Industry recognized training on plug and ball valve commissioning within 1 year in the role.
• Successfully completed Cathodic Protection (CP) Level I.
• Maintain Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Administrator and Asbestos Inspector Certifications.
• Completion of FERC’s Environmental Review and Compliance for Natural Gas Facilities Training Seminar.

Preferred Qualifications

Field Inspector

• AMPP, Level II Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP Level 2).
• Industry recognized training on plug and ball valve commissioning.
• Completion of FERC’s Environmental Review and Compliance for Natural Gas Facilities Training Seminar.
• Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Administrator and Asbestos Inspector Certifications.

Field Inspector, Sr.

• AMPP Level III Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (CIP).

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures weld mapping job completion maps are correctly documented with x‑ray numbers, welder ID, Unique Material Number, and hydro‑test reports.
• Ensures pipe is correctly coated and ready to commission.
• Ensure pipeline valves are properly installed and commissioned.
• Provides direction to Company and contract personnel related to construction activity environmental compliance, including erosion and sediment controls, spill response, asbestos management, and water discharges.
• Work with warehouse and purchasing personnel to ensure proper MTR labeling and documentation on received materials.
• Performs other tasks and special projects assigned.