Level III Distribution Inspector

C and L Inspection; Texas; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

C&L Inspection is seeking a Distribution Inspector 3 for field work in Permian Basin, TX. You will oversee distribution construction inspections, including main and service lines, tie-ins and retirements, and lead leak detection efforts.

Requires API 1169 certification and 5–6 years of hands-on experience with capital rebuilds, relocations, and regulatory compliance. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of hands-on pipeline inspection experience focusing on capital rebuilds and relocations.
• API 1169 Certification required.
• Experience overseeing large-scale projects from start to finish.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail for inspection and reporting.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with PHMSA Part 192, OSHA safety, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect distribution construction activities: main line installation, service line installation, tie-ins, retirements, leak repair, regulator settings, weld mapping.
• Lead capital rebuild and relocation projects from planning to execution.
• Detect leaks using advanced techniques to minimize environmental impact.
• Ensure inspections meet regulatory standards.
• Communicate findings clearly to clients and internal teams.
• Maintain knowledge of industry standards and tools (PHMSA Part 192, OSHA, Maximo/Moblite, Locus IQ, Pragma CAD, ONE MAP, as-built drawings).

Skills

Project leadership

Leak detection

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Education

API 1169 Certification

Tools

Maximo/Moblite

Locus IQ

Pragma CAD

ONE MAP

Job description

Job Title: Distribution Inspector 3

Location: Permian Basin, TX

Key Responsibilities

• Distribution Inspector must have experience in the field of distribution construction activities that the Company is performing, including but not limited to proficiency in the following activities and programs: Main line installation, Service line installation, Tie-ins, Service and Mainline retirements, Leak Repair, Regulator Settings, Weld Mapping.
• Expert Project Leadership: Spearhead capital rebuild and relocation projects, overseeing every aspect from planning to execution, ensuring seamless operations and compliance with industry standards.
• Advanced Leak Detection: Utilize techniques and technologies to identify and address leaks swiftly and efficiently, minimizing environmental impact and ensuring the safety of communities.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all inspections meet or exceed industry regulations and standards.
• Stakeholder Communication: Foster strong relationships with clients and internal teams, delivering clear, concise, and actionable insights from inspections, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices as well as knowledge of the following: PHMSA part 192 requirements, OSHA site safety, Maximo/Moblite, Locus IQ, Pragma CAD, as-built drawings, and ONE MAP.

Requirements

• 5-6 years of hands‑on experience in pipeline inspection, with a focus on capital rebuilds, relocations, and leak detection.
• API 1169 Certification.
• Proven expertise in overseeing large‑scale projects, from start to finish.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills and attention to detail, with a focus on precision and accuracy in all aspects of inspection and reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• LocusView.