Certified Welding Inspector

General Description

Performs welding inspections in accordance with AWS and other DoD standards.

Duties

• Perform visual inspections of welds to identify defects such as cracks, porosity, undercuts, and improper penetration using visual aids and measuring tools.
• Analyze and approve welding procedures to ensure they meet project requirements and safety standards.
• Assess welder qualifications by reviewing their test coupons and performance to ensure they are competent for the task.
• Maintain detailed inspection records, document findings, and generate reports detailing any non-conformances or corrective actions required.
• Implement quality control measures to identify and address potential welding issues throughout the project.
• Stay updated on relevant welding codes and standards and ensure all work adheres to these regulations.
• Comprehensive understanding of welding processes, metallurgy, welding defects, and inspection techniques.
• Interpret and apply welding codes and standards.
• Communicate with welders, project managers, and other stakeholders to convey inspection results and concerns.
• Review contract requirements and vendor/contractor compliance
• Candidate will be expected to perform additional inspection duties when required. This may include dimensional inspection of machined parts or visual inspection of coated parts (Alodine, paint, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Education/Experience Requirements

• Associate degree in welding, metals fabrication, engineering technology, etc. is preferred
• Must have 3 years of CWI experience
• Must have current certification in accordance with AWS QC1 for CWI or SCWI
• Ability to read and interpret drawings
• Comprehensive understanding of welding processes, metallurgy, welding defects, and inspection techniques
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.
  
  

Physical Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Must be able to walk or stand on level and/or inclined surfaces and sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to routinely climb / descend stairs.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows / knees, and reach above / below shoulders.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to pass a visual acuity test.
• Works in a manufacturing environment
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/VEVRAA/ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.