A Construction or Building Inspector inspects new construction or renovated buildings to check for compliance with government safety codes and zoning requirements. Checks building structures and foundations, or provides inspections of electrical systems, plumbing or heating and cooling systems, or building elevators.
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