Senior QC Technician, Piping & Weld Inspection

UPS Industrial Services, LLC.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Industrial Quality Control (QC) Technician to support projects in the petrochemical and industrial sectors. This role ensures compliance with quality and safety standards, oversees documentation control, weld and flange tracking, welder certifications, and NDE requirements.

The QC Technician will mentor other inspectors and serve as a liaison between project management, client representatives, and quality leadership, requiring strong codes

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of documentable inspection experience in the petrochemical, turnaround/maintenance, or comparable industry.
• Strong ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, WPSs, PQRs, and WPQs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and computer-based documentation systems.
• Demonstrated ability to converse effectively with client engineers, craft personnel, and supervisory teams.
• Ability to work extended hours, overtime, and travel as required by project needs.
• Must pass a drug screen, background check, physical, and PFT/FIT test.
• Valid TWIC card and reliable transportation to and from job sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality control activities for assigned areas of the project, ensuring compliance with client, company, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Manage weld and flange tracking/mapping, verify welder certifications and performance, and oversee NDE requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and archive weld logs, inspection records, and turnover packages.
• Interpret and apply ASME, National Board, and other industry codes to field work.
• Evaluate Mill Test Reports (MTRs) and support material traceability.
• Perform inspections on piping systems, vessels, and equipment to verify proper assembly, welding quality, and pressure testing.
• Identify and evaluate weld indications such as cracks, lack of fusion, and other defects.
• Ensure all required documentation copies are sent to clients and UPSIS archives in a timely manner.
• Interact with Authorized Inspectors, client representatives, and third-party inspectors.
• Communicate effectively with UPSIS Project Managers, client representatives, and Quality Control Management.
• Mentor other QC Inspectors, promoting knowledge transfer and best practices.
• Support project teams in meeting quality and safety objectives, acting as a key technical resource.

Skills

Welding inspection

Documentation control

ASME codes knowledge

Leadership & mentoring

Reading P&IDs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Documentation systems

Job description

UPS Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Industrial Quality Control (QC) Technician to support projects in the petrochemical and industrial sectors. This role ensures compliance with quality and safety standards, oversees documentation control, weld and flange tracking, welder certifications, and NDE requirements.

The QC Technician will mentor other inspectors and serve as a liaison between project management, client representatives, and quality leadership, requiring strong codes