What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coating Inspector position at Sterling Engineering Inc.?
Title: Coating InspectorLocation: Baltimore, MDHire Type: 4-6 month contractCompensation: $30-40/hour Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor daily pipeline and gas distribution construction activities performed by contractor crewsEnsure compliance with OSHA regulations and Federal Safety Standards for Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline (49 CFR Part 192)Oversee and direct compliance for transmission pipeline inspections, regulator stations, and distribution systemsCoordinate federal safety requirements with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals to ensure full regulatory alignmentConduct inspections of coating materials and pipe surfaces to identify defects or nonconformitiesVerify that all field-applied pipe coatings are properly mixed, prepared, and applied in accordance with client specifications, applicable standards, and regulatory requirementsProvide clear direction to contractor crews when corrective actions are required and verify proper resolutionParticipate in daily safety briefings and verify contractor qualifications and certificationsDocument daily jobsite activities, progress, safety observations, and compliance findingsMaintain accurate records related to inspections, safety, and efficiencyIdentify potential safety or quality issues, assess their severity, and take appropriate corrective actionSupport overall safety and quality control initiatives for field construction operationsPosition CharacteristicsField-based oversight role with frequent interaction with contractor crewsRequires sound judgment and decision-making in active construction environmentsEmphasis on safety compliance, quality assurance, and detailed documentationNon-manual compliance assurance role with significant field presenceMinimum QualificationsMinimum of 10 years of experience in the utility, pipeline, or a closely related industryNACE CIP Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 certification (as required by the client)API 1169 certification preferredQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Salary : $30 - $40