Senior Coatings Inspector III: Specifications & Failures

Construction Material Testing

Columbus (GA)

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 programs across projects. You will review and write coating specifications and inspection plans, investigate coating failures, audit applicators and suppliers, and supervise Level 1 and 2 inspectors, advising on coating system selection and long-term maintenance.

The role requires AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 3 certification and 8+ years in coatings inspection, including supervision; PCS preferred.

Qualifications

AMPP (NACE) CIP Level 3 certification, current, with 8+ years of coatings inspection including supervision.
Coating failure investigation experience.
AMPP Protective Coatings Specialist (PCS) preferred.
Broad experience across industrial, water/wastewater, marine, and infrastructure coatings.
Writes specifications and findings that hold up with owners, applicators, and manufacturers.

Responsibilities

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