Senior Coatings Inspector, AMPP CIP Level 3

Construction Material Testing; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing seeks a skilled Coatings Inspector III to lead protective coatings oversight across projects, writing specifications and inspection plans while guiding Level 1 and 2 inspectors.

The role requires AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 3 certification and 8+ years in coatings inspection, including supervision. Travel to job sites and audits of applicators are common responsibilities in this senior technical seat.

Qualifications

• Senior coating inspector with authority over specifications, inspection plans and quality requirements.
• 8+ years of coatings inspection experience including supervisory duties.
• CIP Level 3 certification is required; PCS credential is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Coatings inspection leadership

Supervision of Level 1/2 inspectors

Investigation of coating failures

CIP Level 3 certification

Education

AMPP CIP Level 3 certification

Tools

Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS) credential

Job description

Construction Material Testing seeks a skilled Coatings Inspector III to lead protective coatings oversight across projects, writing specifications and inspection plans while guiding Level 1 and 2 inspectors.

The role requires AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 3 certification and 8+ years in coatings inspection, including supervision. Travel to job sites and audits of applicators are common responsibilities in this senior technical seat.