Coating Inspector
Epcon · Eden, NC · 2 mo ago
ManagementContract
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect surface preparation (blasting/cleaning) for compliance with specification and SSPC/NACE standards
- Monitor coating application (FBE, liquid epoxy, tape wrap, shrink sleeves, etc.) for proper thickness, cure, and coverage
- Perform dry film thickness (DFT) measurements and holiday (jeeping) testing on coated pipe, fittings, and girth welds
- Verify environmental conditions (surface temperature, humidity, dew point) meet coating manufacturer requirements prior to and during application
- Inspect field-applied coatings at tie-ins, hot-taps, and repair locations
- Document coating inspection results, including DFT readings, holiday test results, and repair tracking
- Identify and document coating defects or non-conformances; verify repairs and re-inspect
- Cook with site safety requirements and participate in job hazard analyses
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of pipeline/facility coating inspection experience
- NACE/AMPP Coating Inspector certification (Level 1 or 2) required
- Working knowledge of coating systems used in pipeline/facility construction (FBE, epoxy, tape wrap)
- Experience with DFT gauges, holiday detectors, and surface profile testing
- Strong documentation skills; experience with coating inspection logs and reports
- Valid driver's license; able to travel to site and work outdoors in varied conditions