U.S. Navy Coating Inspectors

Sacbar; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits

100% employee-owned

Job summary

Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is seeking experienced coating inspectors and on-site representatives to support Navy ship maintenance and corrosion control programs in Norfolk, VA and other locations.

Candidates should hold AMPP Senior or Certified Coatings Inspector certifications with related education; travel may be required. A High School Diploma or GED is required, plus related military or trade experience. Elzly offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus related military experience or trade training.
• AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector or AMPP Certified Coatings Inspector with willingness to obtain Senior level.
• Junior-level requires AMPP Basic Certification.

Responsibilities

• Experience in corrosion control supporting Navy ship maintenance and related systems.
• Supervisory experience in corrosion control work and interfacing with government and contractors.

Skills

Coatings inspection

Navy ship experience

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

AMPP Certification

Job description

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Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is recruiting highly experienced coating inspectors and on-site representatives in Norfolk, VA; Mayport, FL; San Diego, CA; Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; and Japan/Pacific Oceana. Candidates willing to travel/temporarily relocate to these locations may also be considered. Elzly is a growing consulting-engineering firm that provides subject matter expertise and technical services for corrosion prevention and control. Our services include assisting our clients with field investigations of corrosion phenomena, research and testing of materials, developing training materials, and development of specifications. Culturally, we focus on providing our customers a valuable service while creating an enjoyable and professional organization, allowing employees maximum opportunity to express their individual talents.

Required Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; and one of the following: related military experience, completion of trade/industrial school, or trade experience.

Required Certification

Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (formerly NACE CIP Level III with peer review) or Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Certified Coatings Inspector (formerly NACE CIP Level II) with a willingness/ability to obtain Senior Certified Coatings Inspector level.

Junior-level requires only AMPP Basic Certification (formerly NACE CIP Level I).

Desired Experience (approximately 2-8 years for Junior-level or 8-10 years)

• Experience in the corrosion control field supporting U.S. Navy ship and/or submarine maintenance. This experience includes: mitigating corrosion control issues, identifying solutions, and understanding technical requirements for shipboard HM&E and/or C5I systems and equipment; use of surface preparation tools, corrosion control techniques and application of coating systems on U.S. Navy ships or in the marine industry; and/or working with and understanding constraints associated with shipboard organizational level corrosion control and preservation maintenance.
• Experience with new corrosion control technologies and how they may be implemented on U.S. Navy ships.
  Supervisory experience managing and overseeing corrosion control work; interfacing with government, shipyard, and contractor corrosion control maintenance activities; and working with US Navy ship leadership, ship personnel, and program leadership.
• Experience in corrosion prevention and control trade.
  Physical Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth vision, ability to adjust focus, work from a ladder or lift occasionally, safely lift 20 pounds, walk on uneven ground or terrain, work in confined spaces, crawl for extended periods of time, enter 24” diameter space, hearing, work outside (including inclement weather), manual dexterity (to handle small objects, instruments, or gages), wear a respirator, speaking and smelling.

Salary Range: $20.00-$60.00/hour. Hourly rate is based on experience and certifications.

• Elzly offers competitive pay, great benefits, and is a casual, friendly workplace, where all employees are treated with dignity and respect.
• We are a 100% employee-owned company, run with family-inspired values and ethics, where diverse perspectives, experiences, and capabilities are embraced and valued.
• The employees of Elzly are dedicated to making each other, the company and our clients successful.
• We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long lasting business relationships.
• We are committed to helping you take your career to a new and exciting level.
• At Elzly, you’ll work, learn from, and become one of the best in the industry.

KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA).