Marine Inspector / Senior Marine Inspector

Applied Technical Services LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Job summary

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) seeks a Marine Inspector to support our Marine Services division on the West Coast, including Portland, OR. The role involves hands-on vessel inspections, coating assessments, corrosion mapping, and shipyard oversight aboard various vessels and facilities with frequent travel to ports and shipyards.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of independent field experience, familiarity with classification societies and naval standards, and the ability to deliver

Qualifications

• 3+ years of independent field experience performing marine inspections.
• Experience with vessel inspections, thickness gauging, piping and welding inspections.
• Coating assessments and shipyard oversight experience preferred.
• Hands-on ability to work on commercial and government vessels; ITAR consideration may apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage classification society and owner-required inspections.
• Conduct hull condition surveys, thickness measurements, and weld inspections.
• Oversee shipyard repair and prepare repair specifications.
• Survey piping systems, assess coatings, map corrosion, and support dry dock periods.
• Maintain strong client communication and provide technical reporting.

Skills

Vessel inspections

Thickness gauging

Piping inspections

Welding inspections

Coating assessments

Shipyard oversight

Job description

Applied Technical Services, LLC (“ATS” or the “Company”) is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.Marine Inspector / Senior Marine InspectorLocations: Portland, OR and Southern CaliforniaExperience Required: 3+ Years (Independent Field Experience Required)Employment Type: Full-TimeTravel: Frequent local and regional travel to ports, shipyards, marine terminals, and customer facilities.Hourly Range: $40-$50/per hourPosition SummaryATS is seeking an experienced Marine Inspector to support our growing Marine Services division in Portland, Oregon and Southern California. This position requires an individual who can work independently, interface directly with clients, and perform a wide variety of marine inspection, survey, and quality assurance services aboard commercial vessels, government vessels, barges, terminals, and marine facilities.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience performing vessel inspections, thickness gauging, piping inspections, welding inspections, coating assessments, and shipyard oversight activities. Candidates with certifications or experience working with major classification societies and naval standards are strongly preferred.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Marine Inspector will be responsible for performing and managing:Classification Society and Owner-required inspectionsHull Condition SurveysThickness Measurement SurveysSteel Renewal Weld InspectionsShipyard Repair Oversight and SupervisionRepair Specification DevelopmentPiping System Surveys and AssessmentsCoating Condition AssessmentsCorrosion Mapping and Pitting SurveysDry Dock and Repair Period InspectionsStrong customer communication and project management skills.Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.Physical RequirementsAbility to climb ladders, staging, and vessel structures.Ability to access confined spaces and vessel compartments.Ability to work in shipyards, onboard vessels, and industrial environments.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to wear required PPE and work around marine and industrial hazards.Why ATSEstablished leader in inspection, testing, engineering, and consulting services.Growing Marine Services business with significant expansion opportunities.Competitive compensation and benefits.Career growth and advancement opportunities.Opportunity to work with commercial, government, and military marine clients across the West Coast.Preferred Candidate ProfileWe are specifically seeking a self-directed field professional who can step onto a vessel or into a shipyard with minimal supervision, represent ATS professionally, identify inspection requirements, communicate with clients and shipyard personnel, and deliver high-quality technical reporting and recommendations.This position is ideal for experienced marine inspectors, marine surveyors, shipyard QA/QC inspectors, former Navy inspectors, or maritime professionals looking to advance their careers with a growing organization.All applicants require the following:Ability to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures.Excellent communication skills written and verbal.Applicants must pass a drug screen and have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.“U.S. Persons” Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”). Accordingly, the company will consider only “U.S. Persons” for this position. A “U.S. Person” includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., “green card” holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.Benefits: ATS offers excellent wages and advancement opportunities. ATS full-time employee benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, personal time, and bonuses.EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/DisabledATS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.