Inspector I, Petroleum

Intertek; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertek Caleb Brett in Gonzales, LA seeks a Petroleum Inspector to travel between the office and client sites, performing cargo inspections on petroleum products. You will inspect tanks, measure volumes and temperatures, and coordinate with terminal staff to ensure timely reporting.

The role requires at least 25% travel within 50 miles and a 2/2/3 24‑hour on‑call schedule. Qualifications include a TWIC or ability to obtain one, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, and the ability to

Qualifications

• TWIC required or ability to obtain TWIC.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable driving record.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and work in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual observation, volume measurement, temperature measurement, and sampling of products contained or conveyed in lines, barge tanks, ship tanks, rail tanks, shore tanks, and other vessels
• Attend movements involving line and tank transfer or displacement, lightering, and loading and unloading operations
• Communicate and coordinate with terminal, transport, and Company personnel to promote smooth exercise of duties assigned
• Perform and document routine equipment calibration, verification, and function checks
• Organize 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, organized, and functional condition
• Verify and communicate the results obtained, and to make the entries into the appropriate media, whether print or electronic, required to ensure the validity and traceability of the information

Skills

TWIC

Driver's license

Lift 50 lbs

Climb ladders

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

IFIA certification

Job description

Job Description

Petroleum Inspector - Travels To Client Sites

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Petroleum Inspector with some experience to join our Caleb Brett team, on site, at our Gonzales, LA facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow 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 organizations 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 responsiblefor travelling between home office and customer's site performing cargo inspections. This position will travel at least 25% of the time within 50 miles of office location.

Shift/Schedule

2/2/3 – 24 hour on call, on scheduled work days.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages, including paid overtime, 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

• Perform visual observation, volume measurement, temperature measurement, and sampling of products contained or conveyed in lines, barge tanks, ship tanks, rail tanks, shore tanks, and other vessels
• Attend movements involving line and tank transfer or displacement, lightering, and loading and unloading operations
• Communicate and coordinate with terminal, transport, and Company personnel to promote smooth exercise of duties assigned
• Perform and document routine equipment calibration, verification, and function checks
• Organize 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, organized, and functional condition
• Verify and communicate the results obtained, and to make 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

• TWIC or ability to acquire and maintain TWIC
• Travel between office and terminals, usually within 50 miles of office location
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, and be able to work in the elements

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• one year petroleum inspector experience preferred
• IFIA certification is a plus

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.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are 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.

• 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.

About Us

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

About The Team

Intertek Caleb Brett is leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide and experts in qualitative and quantitative analytical assessment services to the oil and gas, chemical, and other commodities markets. With international 24/7/365 service and coordination coverage, we treat each cargo as if it were our own.