Job Description

Overview

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is seeking an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)/ NDT Technician with experience in ultrasonic shear wave testing (UT) and familiarity with liquid dye penetrant testing (PT) and magnetic particle testing (MT). This position involves performing structural steel inspections on various steel structures and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Performing structural steel inspections on commercial and industrial buildings, bridges, or other steel structures.
  • Observing construction for acceptance or rejection determinations with respect to applicable codes, standards, and project specifications.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • 3 years or more of experience in performing steel inspection to include welded and bolted connections for fabrication, assembly or erection
  • AWS CWI Certification required
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) and Ultrasonic Level II (UT) Certifiable preferred
  • ICC certifications a plus
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (oral and written)
  • Ability to perform logical problem solving
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment
  • Ability to learn new concepts quickly
  • Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. if necessary
  • Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • This position will require some travel
  • Must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
  • Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Location: Chesapeake, VA
  • Temp to Hire

Benefits

Health Insurance
401k
PTO

How this job compares

Certifications this posting mentions

  • CWI — the AWS Certified Welding Inspector credential. It is an inspection qualification rather than a welding one, requiring documented experience plus a three-part exam, and it is the usual route off the torch into QC.

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