Structural Steel Welding Inspector

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Certerra - Insight Group in Charleston, SC is seeking Construction Inspectors specializing in steel. The role focuses on performing inspections, documenting results, and ensuring compliance with building codes and project specifications.

The position requires a high school diploma, 2–4 years of inspection experience, valid driver's license, and AWS CWI certification; preferred ASNT Level II and VT/MT/PT/RT/UT certifications. Pay is commensurate with experience and credentials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years' experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is required.
• Preferred: VT, MT, PT, RT, UT certifications and ASNT Level II.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and procedures.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector and/or Project Managers.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follows safety rules and practices and performs pre-task planning; reports safety issues to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Full Time Charleston, SC, Charleston, SC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1810

Salary Range: $35.00 To $50.00 Hourly

Certerra - Insight Group is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve.

General Responsibilities:

Construction Inspectors specializing in steel spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications. Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing results. Communicate inspection results to the project team through the project manager and when requested, collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager.
• Draft inspection reports for review by senior inspector and/or Project Managers.
• Maintains equipment and calibration.
• Drive a vehicle such as a Ford F-150 or equivalent.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Perform pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-4 years' experience as an Engineering Technician or other applicable experience.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history

Required Certification:

• American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Preferred Certification:

(any of the below)

• (Visual Testing (VT),
• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT),
• Dye Penetrant Testing (PT),
• Radiographic Testing (RT),
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)).
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification
• Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications requiring experience and written examination will also be considered.

Pay is based on a combination of experience and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.