Inspector I, Petroleum

Intertek Global; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Petroleum Inspector to join the Caleb Brett team in Freeport, TX. The role involves travel to client sites for on-site inspections, measuring volumes and temperatures, sampling, and conducting visual checks on tanks, lines, and vessels. On-call shifts and travel are required.

Candidates should be able to lift and climb, maintain safety practices, and possess a valid driver's license. Intertek offers comprehensive benefits and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematics understanding and ability to operate in an automated environment.
• Willingness to work on call shifts, including nights, weekends or holidays.
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs for access to shore tanks.
• Ability to perform volume and temperature measurements and sampling on various vessels and tanks.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate results clearly.
• Valid driver’s license with a reliable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow Caleb Brett safety procedures.
• Perform volume, temperature measurement and sampling of commodities in shipping lines and tanks.
• Conduct visual inspections of lines, pumps, manifolds, and tanks across ships and rail cars.
• Complete custody transfer surveys for commodities transferred by rail, tank trucks and ships.
• Calibrate equipment and verify function checks as part of routine checks.
• Collaborate with terminal, transport and company personnel to complete tasks on time.
• Maintain organized work areas, records and equipment.
• Record and communicate inspection results for traceability.

Job description

Petroleum Inspector - Travel To Client Sites

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognised brands and companies, is actively seeking a Petroleum Inspector to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Freeport Location. This is a fantastic opportunity to expand a versatile career in the Inspection and Testing business, with Intertek, a Global and Award-winning leader in the ATIC Industry!

Intertek Caleb Brett provides specialized Cargo inspection and analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical and other commodities markets. With a global network of laboratories, 24/7 availability, and more than 130 years of exceptional customer service, our customers receive independent inspection and testing with industry‑leading customer service.

Intertek / Caleb Brett is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organisations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What are we looking for?

The Petroleum Inspector is responsible for performing advanced volume measurement, temperature measurement and sampling of commodity materials contained or conveyed in shipping lines, shore tanks, cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships. This position will involve travelling to client locations, for onsite inspections.

Shift/Schedule

Shift work, and on call hours that may include nights, weekends or holidays

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages with generous overtime pay, when working with Intertek, you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

• Understand and adhere to Caleb Brett safety procedures
• Perform volume measurement, temperature measurement and sampling of commodity materials contained or conveyed in shipping lines, shore tanks, cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships
• Perform visual inspections on lines, pumps, manifolds, shore tanks, rail cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships
• Complete custody transfer surveys of commodities transferred to and from rail cars, tank trucks, shore tanks, barges, and ships
• Perform routine equipment calibrations, verification, and function checks
• Provide on the job assistance to coworkers, and/or receive training from more experienced inspectors
• Communicate and coordinate with terminal, transport, and company personnel, to promote smooth exercise of duties assigned
• Monitor the availability of the supplies needed for the above processes, and notify the Dispatcher or Coordinator of needed supplies
• Organise and coordinate jobs so that services are rendered, and reports and samples are submitted in a timely manner
• Maintain work areas, records, and equipment, in a clean, organised, and functional condition
• Verify and communicate the results obtained from inspections, and record the entries into the appropriate media, whether print or electronic required, to ensure the validity and traceability of the information

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Must have basic grasp of basic mathematics and work in an automated environment
• Ability to work on call shifts
• Cannot have a fear of heights
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs for shore tanks
• Ability to perform volume measurement, temperature measurement and sampling of commodity materials contained or conveyed in lines, shore tanks, cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships
• Ability to perform visual inspections on lines, pumps, manifolds, shore tanks, rail cars, tank trucks, barges, and ships
• Ability to complete custody transfer surveys of commodities transferred to and from rail cars, tank trucks, shore tanks, barges, and ships
• Ability to perform routine equipment calibrations, verification, and function checks
• Ability to verify and communicate the results obtained and to make the entries into the appropriate media
• *Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record (required)
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Ability to always Model Intertek’s 10X Energies within the workplace, practicing business the right way
• Adhere to safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate

Physical requirements to include Lifting, walking, standing, reaching, bending, stooping, climbing, squatting and

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• IFIA certified is a plus, as well as other industry certifications
• Local "refinery-qualified" inspection experience is highly preferred

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.