Senior Coatings Inspector - AMPP CIP Level 3

Construction Material Testing

Biloxi (MS)

On-site

USD 76,000 - 103,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Construction Material Testing seeks a senior Coatings Inspector III to lead protective coatings projects across Gulf Coast environments. You will review specifications, plan tests, investigate failures, and advise owners and engineers on system choices and maintenance planning.

With CIP Level 3 and 8+ years in coatings inspection (including supervision), you will audit applicators, qualify subcontractors, and develop Level 1/2 staff while ensuring compliance with SSPC/NACE/AMPP standards and

Qualifications

AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 3 certification required and current, with 8+ years of coatings inspection including supervision.
Experience in coating failure investigations.
AMPP Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS) preferred.
Broad experience across industrial, water/wastewater, marine, and infrastructure coatings.

Responsibilities

Review and write coating specifications, inspection and test plans, and quality requirements.
Investigate coating failures: field evaluation, sampling, laboratory coordination, and written findings.
Audit applicators and coating suppliers; qualify inspection subcontractors.
Supervise and develop Level 1 and 2 inspectors; calibrate acceptance standards.
Advise owners and engineers on coating system selection, service life, and maintenance planning.