Coating Inspector Eden, North Carolina, United States Coating Inspector - Natural Gas Interconnect & Metering Facility

Location:

North Carolina

Duration:

4+ months Overview We are seeking a Coating Inspector to support construction of a new natural gas interconnect and metering facility, including yard piping, fittings, and tie-in connections. This role is responsible for verifying surface preparation, coating application, and testing to meet project specifications and applicable standards. 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 Coordinate with Chief Inspector and QA/QC on non-conformance resolution Enforce 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