Certified Welding Inspector

Overview

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At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

To monitor the welding of contractors to ensure quality control and contract compliance for VDOT roadway, structure, and bridge construction/maintenance projects of routine  to moderate complexity, under the direction of a Construction Quality Control Manager or lead.

• Inspects and monitors field fit ups and welding on steel structures.
• Plans and Schedules work and inspection phases with contractor’s superintendent and agency personnel
• Performs UT, MT, and VT NDT testing.
• Monitor and provide assignments and instructions to more junior and less experienced inspectors
• Verifies welding to be in compliance with drawings, VDOT specifications, WPS standards, special provisions, contract documents and AWS D1.1 and D1.5
• Advises contractors, other inspectors, and supervisors of nonconformance and recommends adjustments to operations
• Track deficiencies and nonconformance and their corrective actions; document in Daily Report
• Prepares Daily Reports of inspections and testing
• Takes field measurements and makes basic calculations as needed.
• Recommends changes to construction plans to meet field conditions
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned.

CWI/NDT Inspector Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The Senior Construction Inspector is expected to have weld inspection and NDT testing experience with a previous employer

• Best candidate will have both CWI and UT, MT, VT; NDT certifications however either/any certifications will be considered.
• Able to read and understand steel construction/erection and welding plans
• Working knowledge of VDOT R&B specifications is a plus
  • Expert knowledge of welding plans and specification symbols, and terminology
  • General mathematics knowledge and able to perform basic math calculations
  • Knows various heavy equipment used in construction
  • Operating computer equipment, software programs and functional computer usage including familiarity with Microsoft office suite software
  • Maintain detailed records and keep documentation organized
  • Must have good communication skills with the construction supervisors, foreman, VDOT and other inspectors and the general public

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required. 
• Minimum of 5 - 9 years of experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Evaluates staff performance and provides input to project management staff
• Identifies training requirements and arranges for staff training
• Supervises onsite team
• Accurately records and reports daily forms per project requirements
• Communicates effectively with client, contractor, staff, and supervisor
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Proactively resolves problems at the lowest level
• Adheres to project scope, schedule, and budget
• Reviews all work for completeness and accuracy prior to submitting
• Submits accurate time sheets, mileage and expense reports on time each week
• Reviews jobsite safety daily and takes immediate action to document and resolve issues
• Understands OSHA Safety Standards and KCI corporate policies and follows them at all times
• Has the specific knowledge to perform all duties
• Maintains all required certifications and participates in training courses as required
• Understands all applicable industry standards for project and performs all tasks per standards and client requirements

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.