Structural Steel Inspector

Structural Steel Inspector (Commercial & Industrial)
Greenfield, IN (Field-Based)

My client is seeking an experienced Structural Steel Inspector to oversee quality assurance, code compliance, and structural integrity for large-scale commercial developments and heavy industrial projects across Indiana. In this role, you will perform critical field inspections of structural steel framing, high-strength bolting, and welded connections to ensure total compliance with project specifications, AWS standards, and local building requirements.

Structural Steel Inspector Key Responsibilities

• Erection Inspection: Verify structural steel layout, plumbing, leveling, alignment, and framing tolerances against approved construction documents.
• Bolting Inspection: Perform visual and torque testing on high-strength bolted connections using snug-tight and pretension methods (Turn-of-Nut, Calibrated Wrench, TC bolts).
• Welding Inspection: Monitor and visually inspect structural field welds, verify Welder Performance Qualification Records (WPQR), and ensure adherence to Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Fireproofing & Coating: Inspect spray-applied fireproofing (SFRM) for required thickness, density, and adhesion substrate conditions.
• Documentation: Generate detailed daily field inspection reports, maintain non-conformance logs, and interface directly with project engineers, site superintendents, and structural fabricators.

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Bolting: Current ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector (S1) certification.
• Welding: Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) designation (highly preferred) or ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector (S2).
• High school diploma or equivalent minimum; Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of hands-on structural steel inspection experience specifically on commercial buildings or heavy industrial sites.
• Ability to climb ladders, navigate scaffolding, work at heights, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record for traveling to various Indiana job sites.

Preferred Skills (Industrial Additions)

• ASNT Level II certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT) or Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) for non-destructive weld testing.
• Current ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing Special Inspector (86) certification.
• Prior experience working under AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) and AWS D1.1 structural welding codes.

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Pay: $28.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Which of the following structural steel inspections have you personally performed? (Select all that apply.)

A. ALL
B. Structural steel erection inspections
C. High-strength bolting inspections
D. Structural welding inspections
E. Spray-applied fireproofing inspections
F. None of the above

• Are you experienced inspecting high-strength bolted connections using methods such as Turn-of-Nut, Calibrated Wrench, or TC bolts?
• Have you inspected structural steel welding in accordance with AWS D1.1 requirements?
• Have you reviewed or verified Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Welder Performance Qualification Records (WPQR)?
• Briefly describe the largest structural steel project you've inspected, including the project type, size, and your inspection responsibilities.
• Are you comfortable climbing ladders, working from lifts or scaffolding, and performing inspections at heights?
• Are you able to lift 50 pounds?
• Do you hold any of the following certifications? (Select all that apply.)

A. ALL
B. ASNT Level II Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
C. ASNT Level II Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
D. ICC Spray-Applied Fireproofing Special Inspector (86)
E. None

• Have you worked on any of the following project types? (Select all that apply.)

A. Commercial buildings
B. Manufacturing facilities
C. Heavy industrial facilities
D. Warehouses/Distribution Centers
E. Data Centers
F. Bridges
G. Other (Please specify)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• structural steel inspection in commercial or industrial : 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ICC Structural Steel & Bolting Special Inspector (S1) Cert? (Preferred)
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Cert? (Preferred)
• ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector (S2) Cert? (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenfield, IN 46140: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $45