Certified Welding Inspector

<strong>Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) </strong>has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the <em>oldest</em> independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a <em>minority-owned</em> business offering <em>competitive compensation/benefits</em> and a <em>positive work environment</em> designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: <em>Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.<br><br></em>We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.<br><br><strong>Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.<br><br></strong><strong><em>Join stability. Apply now!<br><br></em></strong><em><strong>Who we are looking for:<br><br></strong></em>Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is currently looking for an AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)/ NDT Technician preferably with experience in ultrasonic shear wave testing (UT). Liquid dye penetrant testing (PT), and magnetic particle testing (MT) desirable.<br><br><strong><em>What you’ll be doing:<br><br></em></strong><em> Including, but not limited to:<br><br></em><ul><li>Performing structural steel inspections on commercial and industrial buildings, bridges, or other steel structures.</li><li>Observing construction for acceptance or rejection determinations with respect to applicable codes, standards, and project specifications. <br><br><br></li></ul><strong><em>What you need to have:<br><br></em></strong><ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent required</li><li>3 years or more of experience in performing steel inspection to include welded and bolted connections for fabrication, assembly or erection</li><li>AWS Certified Welding Inspector or ICC Structural Welding (S2) certification required</li><li>Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) and Ultrasonic Level II (UT) Qualified preferred</li><li>ICC certifications a plus</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills (oral and written)</li><li>Ability to perform logical problem solving</li><li>Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines</li><li>Ability to work independently or in a team environment</li><li>Ability to learn new concepts quickly</li><li>Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. if necessary</li><li>Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills</li><li>This position will require some travel</li><li>Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record</li><li>Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record=<br><br><br></li></ul><strong>Check out our Perks + Benefits:<br><br></strong>In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our <strong>employees enjoy the below benefits:<br><br></strong><ul><li>In-House training</li><li>Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life</li><li>Opportunity for professional growth and advancement</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Company–observed paid holidays</li><li>Short and long-term disability coverage</li><li>401K retirement /w Employer Match</li><li>Company Laptop + Cell Phone</li><li>Company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc. <br><br><br></li></ul>We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br><br>F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.<br><br><strong>EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.</strong>

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