Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Responsibilities

• Perform observations, testing, inspections, and sampling of various construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel placement.
• Execute tasks based on project requirements under the guidance of other senior technicians, staff professionals, and project managers.
• Inspect structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded or bolted connections using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards for documentation and compliance.
• Conduct routine observations of structural steel and reinforcing steel, including welded or bolted connections using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards for documentation and compliance.
• Test may include ground penetrating radar (GPR) structural surveys, material verification, and corrosion surveys.
• Perform calculations and data reduction based on sampling, test results, and inspections.
• Engage in drafting and other administrative duties as required.
• Maintain organization of field equipment and notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as applicable.
• Maintain daily communication with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers, keeping the team informed of changing site conditions and requested additional testing.
• Attend project meetings as requested.
• Inform project team of test results and share technical advice to provide resolution of issues.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must have ASNT NDT Level II certification(s) and at least 2 additional advanced industry certifications from industry authorities such as NRC, NICET, WACEL, ACI, IFC, AWS, ASNT, ASTM (other authorities considered at ECS discretion).
• Current pursuit of or ability to obtain maximal certifications in the above categories.
• Position requires carrying 40 - 70 lbs multiple times a day or occasionally lifting 85 lbs to waist height.
• Must have valid driver's license and insurance.
• Provide suitable transportation for use on job sites - Mileage will be reimbursed.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Advanced working knowledge of destructive and non-destructive testing principles, applications, and testing standards with expertise in your area of certification.
• Expert understanding of heavy construction safety, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform work at heights.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops.
• High-level ability to read and interpret engineering and construction plans.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• If your focus is NDE testing, you should have the ability to calibrate NDE equipment.

Required Qualifications

• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications": E-4/E-5 ECS Group of Companies (ECS).

About the Role

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) / Specialty Technician to join our Chattanooga team and advance in a dynamic work environment. You'll work on a variety of complex projects performing field observations and inspections, and may also work with steel performing destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT) or non-destructive examination (NDE).

Benefits

Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities. Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and can vary based on project needs.

Company Information

ECS Limited is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.