Senior Coatings Inspector – AMPP CIP Level 3 Lead

Construction Material Testing

Davenport (IA)

On-site

USD 76,000 - 103,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Davenport, IA is seeking a Coatings Inspector III, the senior authority on protective coatings across projects. You will review and write coating specifications and inspection plans, investigate failures, audit applicators and suppliers, supervise Level 1–2 inspectors, and advise owners and engineers on coating system selection and quality requirements.

The role requires AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 3 certification, 8+ years of coatings inspection including supervision,

Qualifications

AMPP CIP Level 3 certification (current) required.
8+ years of coatings inspection experience including supervision.
Coating failure investigation experience.
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 across projects; calibrate acceptance standards.
Advise owners and engineers on coating system selection, service life, and maintenance planning.