CWI/Certified Welding Inspector/Construction Inspector II
Location
Akron, OH
Posted on September 11, 2026
Location
Akron, OH
Posted on September 11, 2026
General Responsibilities:The Terracon Akron, OH office is looking for Certified Welding Inspectors (Construction Inspectors) to join their Construction Materials Testing Team! Construction Inspectors spend the majority of their time working on projects performing construction related inspection requiring specific certifications and/or experience. Perform daily inspection of construction projects monitoring quality and adherence to building code requirements, construction drawings and project specifications. Inspections may cross multiple inspection disciplines or within a specified area of expertise including structural steel, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, etc. Inspection may include visual/physical inspection and field testing to verify conformance with the plans and specifications. Prepare inspection reports and provide written documentation of observations and testing of materials. Communicate findings to engineer or project manager and when requested collaborate with the project team on solutions to potential issues. Adhere to strict safety standards.Essential Roles and Responsibilities: • Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures to determine if work is done according to contract specifications. • Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. • Provides clear documentation of findings and results. • Prepare inspection reports and document nonconformance. • Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager. • Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the Project Manager. • May interact with client and other site personnel to provide input on appropriate resolution of findings. • May assist Project Manager in development of scope for testing and inspection services • Coordinate pre-dispatch activities with Project, Department, and/or Office Managers. • Maintains equipment operation and calibration. • May assist more senior inspectors on large, complex projects. • Follow safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Minimum 2-4 years’ experience in construction inspection. • Associates degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Engineering Technology preferred. • A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.Required Qualifications:
This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Ohio currently run a median of $26/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $22–$30/hr across 140 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.
Akron, OH is a small market in our index: 2 other active welding openings alongside this one, from 2 employers. Across Ohio as a whole we're tracking 241 other active welding openings from 161 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Ohio.
The most active employers in Ohio at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Aerotek (8), Kadant Black Clawson LLC (5), and TP Mechanical (5). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.
Within Ohio, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Aurora at $32/hr, Columbus at $28/hr, and Canton at $27/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.
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