Welding Inspector

GeoTek Operations Limited
Las Vegas, NV
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior welding professionals with inspection experience who can work in dynamic field environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with AWS/CWI certification and experience in structural steel and bolting inspections
    — “AWS / CWI Certification *ICC Structural Steel and Bolting”
  • Individuals who thrive in hands-on, outdoor work settings with exposure to adverse conditions
    — “Ability to accomplish tasks under adverse weather and/or site conditions.”
  • Professionals with strong documentation and communication skills to support project reporting
    — “Prepares daily and data reports of testing and inspections.”

Things to consider

  • The role involves physical demands such as working in confined spaces and at above average heights
    — “May be required to work in confined spaces and climb and work at above average heights.”
  • Candidates must possess good or corrected vision and manual dexterity for precise fieldwork
    — “Good or corrected vision and manual dexterity.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight fieldwork experience and ability to handle complex client interactions in your resume
    — “Maintains positive business relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, etc.”
  • Demonstrate your proficiency in conducting tests and inspections as outlined in the job description
    — “Competent in the performance of all tests and inspections assigned.”
  • Showcase your experience in managing project scope changes and communicating them to supervisors
    — “Advises Supervisor or Project Manager of any changes in work scope or of any potential budget over runs.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • effective communication with supervisor and dispatch
  • preparation of daily and data reports
  • competent performance of all tests and inspections
Typical background
AWS / CWI CertificationICC Structural Steel and BoltingICC Commercial Building

Skills & requirements

Required

Welding InspectionCWI CertificationICC CertificationsSite AssessmentData ReportingCommunication

Preferred

Additional ICC Certifications

Stack & domain

WeldingCWI CertificationICC Structural Steel And BoltingICC Commercial BuildingICC Structural MasonryICC Reinforced ConcreteICC Prestressed ConcreteICC FireproofingDriver's LicenseAdverse Weather ConditionsConfined SpacesClimbingAbove Average HeightsVisionManual DexterityCommunicationAdaptabilityProblem-solvingAttention To DetailTeamworkAWSCWIConstruction Materials TestingSpecial InspectionsEnvironmental Consulting

About the role

Original posting from GeoTek Operations Limited

Incorporated in 1997, GeoTek is a full-service consulting engineering firm specializing in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and environmental consulting. We are founded on the principle of providing strong business partnerships with our clients by demonstrating a committed passion for those who demand technical advice and responsive customer service that adds value to their projects.

Our mission is to build and maintain strong business partnerships by demonstrating a committed passion for the principles of high-quality customer service and professional consultation that results in optimum value to our clients. We provide our employees with just compensation and a challenging, stable work environment that embodies ongoing opportunities for them to further their individual goals. We also aim to furnish a good return for our shareholders by consistently achieving our financial objectives.

GeoTek offers a variety of jobs to build on your professional career, with multiple offices located in Nevada, California, Idaho, and New Mexico. Our branch offices serve more than just the state they are located in, providing services across a wide region.

GeoTek is looking for CWI Welding Inspectors to join our Las Vegas, NV office.  In addition to a competitive rate, we also offer vehicle reimbursement and a full suite of benefits 

SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of testing, project specific observations, and site assessment duties. Operates equipment, conducts tests/assessments and reports data. Works from drawings, specifications, diagrams, schematics and specific verbal and written instructions. Uses specific methods to observe site activities and take samples and perform tests. Makes minor adjustments and modifications as needed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Effectively communicate with Supervisor and Dispatch to obtain daily work assignments. Prepares daily and data reports of testing and inspections. Competent in the performance of all tests and inspections assigned. Prepares and submits company documents related to the projects. Daily prepares and submits own time sheet for approval. Obtains proper field authorizations are signed by the client when required or when work beyond the original scope is requested. Advises Supervisor or Project Manager of any changes in work scope or of any potential budget over runs. Maintains positive business relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, etc.

Requirements:

*AWS / CWI Certification

*ICC Structural Steel and Bolting

ICC (Any addition certs are a plus)

ICC Commercial Building

ICC Structural Masonry

ICC Reinforced Concrete

ICC Prestressed Concrete

ICC Fireproofing

*Valid Driver's License.

*Ability to accomplish tasks under adverse weather and/or site conditions.

*May be required to work in confined spaces and climb and work at above average heights.

*Good or corrected vision and manual dexterity.

GeoTek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Source: GeoTek Operations Limited careers

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