Quality Control Inspector - Mechanical/Piping

napakiakventures; Oak Park (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) seeks a Quality Control Inspector to perform field inspections of mechanical and piping components across project locations. You will document findings, ensure compliance with codes, standards, and contractual requirements, and report any deficiencies as CAQ as part of a robust QA program.

The role requires US citizenship, the ability to pass a DOE security clearance process, and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a federal background investigation for DOE Q security clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this role.
• Health & Safety training and drug/background testing as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform field inspections of mechanical and piping components to verify conformance.
• Document inspections using the Inspection Report Template.
• Report CAQ (Conditions Adverse to Quality) when deficiencies are found.
• Be familiar with discipline scope and limitations for certified areas.
• Interpret results against codes, standards, drawings, and specifications.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory and contractual requirements to QA activities.

Skills

Inspection planning tools

Sample size determination

Random sampling

Interpret design documents

Measuring tools selection

Measurement types & scales

Identify non-conforming conditions

Calibration knowledge

Quality control principles

Regulatory & contractual requirements

Effective written/verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in related discipline

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Job description

Company Overview:

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is a leading provider ofinformation technology, technology development, andenvironmental and construction services, specializing in Federal and Commercial projects. Our company is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet stringent regulatory standards and client requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Quality Control Inspectors are certified in field inspections related to mechanical and piping components, and other disciplines as needed, to verify that structures, systems, and components conform to predetermined requirements (e.g., codes, standards, specifications, regulatory, and contractual requirements). Non-conforming conditions, identified during the inspection and testing process shall be identified, documented, and dispositioned in accordance with established processes/procedures.

Principal Responsibilities

• Possesses and applies a comprehensive body of knowledge to the timely and high-quality completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform in field inspections at various project locations by examining equipment and material for required characteristics (e.g., dimensional inspection, materials of construction) specified in the inspection plans and procurement documents.
• Document inspections using the Inspection Report Template.
• Report programmatic deficiencies as Conditions Adverse to Quality (CAQ), as appropriate.
• Be familiar with the scope and limitations of each discipline for which the individual is certified.
• Interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards, drawings, and specifications.

Education and Licensure Requirements

At a minimum, the following combination of education and experience is required.

• A high school or GED diploma with three (3) years related experience in equivalent inspection or testing activities; or
• An associate’s degree in a related discipline plus one (1) year of related experience in equivalent inspection or testing activities; or
• A bachelor’s degree plus six (6) months of related experience in equivalent inspection or testing activities.

Required Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Due to federal contract security requirements, candidates must be able to successfully pass a federal background investigation to secure and maintain DOE Q security clearance. (required)
• Due to federal contract security requirements, this position requires U.S. Citizenship. (required)
• Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule III controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.
• Effective written, listening, and oral communication skills.
• Be able to use inspection planning tools, determine sample size for lots, and pull random samples.
• Knowledge to interpret design documents (e.g., specifications).
• Be able to select the appropriate measuring tools and techniques.
• Understand types of measurement, measurement terminology, and the different types of measurement scales.
• Be able to identify and report non-conforming conditions.
• Have basic calibration knowledge to recognize in-or-out of calibration conditions.
• Knowledge of quality control principles.
• Knowledge of regulatory and contractual requirements that impact the QA program.

Napakiak Environmental and Construction (NEC) is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.