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About this Structural Steel Quality Inspector role at Qualdoc

Qualdoc · Onsite · Arlington, TN

 Structural Steel Quality Inspector

Location: Arlington, TN
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 1st Shift
Starting Pay: $32.00/hour. Starting pay may be higher depending on experience.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Structural Steel Quality Inspector to help verify that fabricated steel, welding, and coatings meet project requirements, industry standards, and quality expectations. This is a hands-on shop-floor position with limited office work.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect structural steel components, welds, materials, and coatings for quality and compliance.
  • Apply AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, AISC, and other applicable standards.
  • Check incoming materials, parts, and consumables.
  • Identify and document inspected materials.
  • Maintain inspection records, logs, and quality documentation.
  • Calibrate and maintain welding equipment and inspection tools.
  • Support welder qualification and certification activities.
  • Assist with training involving welding, fitting, and quality requirements.
  • Maintain drawing control and other quality processes.
  • Work with production and management to address quality issues.
  • Participate in continuous improvement and training programs.
  • Promote safe work practices and workplace safety.
  • Requirements

  • 2+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
  • Background in quality control, inspection, or manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, AWS D1.5, and AISC standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
  • Experience with inspection equipment, including:
    • Fillet weld gauges
    • V-WAC gauges
    • Squares
    • Tape measures
    • Other standard inspection tools
    • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
  • Preferred

  • Current Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification.
  • Nondestructive testing experience, including Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), and Penetrant Testing (PT).
  • Certifications related to structural steel fabrication, bolting, coatings, or welding inspection.
  • Previous steel manufacturing experience.
  • Work Environment

  • Primarily based on the production floor.
  • Limited office work.
  • Non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility.
  • Regular standing, walking, and material inspection throughout the shift.

  • This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment and the chance to contribute to quality, safety, and continuous improvement in structural steel fabrication.
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