Junior Coatings Inspector (AMPP CIP Level 1)

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic inspections of protective coating work under supervision. You will verify surface prep, measure film thickness, and document every stage on tanks, structures, pipes, and concrete.

Candidate must hold AMPP CIP Level 1 certification and have 1+ years of coatings experience, with meticulous records and accuracy in readings. Travel to project sites may be required.

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 (temperature, humidity, dew point) before and during application.
• Verify surface preparation to the specified SSPC/NACE cleanliness and profile standard.
• Measure wet film and dry film thickness and check for holidays and defects.
• Verify coating materials, batch numbers, mixing, and pot life against the manufacturer's data sheet.
• Keep the daily coating inspection log and photograph each stage of the work.

Skills

AMPP CIP Level 1 certification

1+ years coatings inspection

Meticulous with instruments

Documentation and log keeping

Tools

SSPC/NACE standards

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Coatings Inspector I to perform basic inspections of protective coating work under supervision. You will verify surface prep, measure film thickness, and document every stage on tanks, structures, pipes, and concrete.

Candidate must hold AMPP CIP Level 1 certification and have 1+ years of coatings experience, with meticulous records and accuracy in readings. Travel to project sites may be required.