Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

The person in this position is responsible for performing welding inspections on structural steel at construction sites and in fabrication shops. Inspections include visual and physical inspections. Inspectors are responsible for preparing inspection reports regarding observations of welds on structural steel. Inspectors are responsible for communicating findings to the engineer, project manager(s), superintendent(s), iron workers and / or welders on site, and must be capable of collaborating with the construction project team on solutions to potential issues. Inspectors are required to adhere to strict safety standards.

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

• Requirements for Position :
• Must be a Certified Welding Inspector (“CWI”)
• Must be able to prepare inspection reports regarding welding inspections at construction sites and fabrication shops
• Ability to communicate findings to engineer, project manager(s), superintendent(s), welder(s) and / or iron worker(s) on job sites and / or in fabrication shops
• Certified Welding Inspectors are required to adhere to strict safety standards
• Minimum of 1 year experience
• Valid Driver’s license with acceptable driving history
• Ability to stand on feet and safely navigate a construction site for up to 8 hours per day
• Beneficial Qualifications Sought but Not Required :
• American Welding Society (AWS)
• Familiarity with structural and / or reinforced steel installations at construction projects
• A preparing inspection reports regarding observations and field testing of structural and reinforced steel. Inspectors are responsible for communicating findings to the engineer, project manager(s), superintendent(s), iron workers and / or welders on site, and must be capable of collaborating with the construction project team on solutions to potential issues.
• Familiarity with the state and / or local building code(s), including the Massachusetts Building Code.
• 10-hour OSHA construction safety.
• Ability to lift 5-25lbs.
• Ability to climb up ladders, multiple flights of stairs, staging and work on top of roofs and multiple story commercial buildings.
• Ability to read and navigate contract drawings, submittals, plans, specs, etc.
• Ability to swing a 3lb sledge hammer.
• American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) Level II certification (Visual Testing (VT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Dye Penetrant Testing (PT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT)).
• ICC certification (Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed / Post-Tensioned Concrete, Structural Steel – Bolting, Structural Steel – Welding).
• ACI Certifications in concrete

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $34.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bereavement leave

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Physical Setting :

Construction site

Schedule :

8 hour shift

Morning shift

Nights as needed

Overtime

Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience :

Certified Welding Inspector : 1 year (Required)

License / Certification :

CWI (Required)

Ability to Commute :

Massachusetts (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Massachusetts : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel :

50% (Required)

Work Location : On the road