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API Inspectors

API Inspectors

CompanyApave
LocationBismarck, ND, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with the 510, 570, and/or 653 certifications required.
  • API 510, 570, and/or 653 certification required.
  • Valid Driver’s License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct visual examinations of pressure retaining equipment such as tanks, piping, and vessels ensuring their mechanical integrity by performing visual inspections according to established API standards and codes.
  • Inspect pipelines, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and other critical infrastructure for signs of wear, corrosion, cracks, leaks, or other damage.
  • Perform internal and external inspections based on industry standards like API 510 (pressure vessels), API 570 (piping), or API 653 (storage tanks).
  • Document findings from inspections, including any defects or non-conformities.
  • Provide detailed reports that include photographic evidence, measurements, and recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Identify potential risks and hazards based on inspection findings.
  • Recommend corrective actions, including repairs, replacements, or modifications to maintain safety and integrity.
  • Supervise NDT methods (such as ultrasonic testing, radiographic testing, magnetic particle testing, or dye penetrant testing) to detect subsurface or surface defects.
  • Ensure that inspections and assessments align with all relevant regulatory standards and safety protocols.
  • Work with engineers, maintenance teams, and management to develop inspection schedules and action plans.
  • Track and monitor equipment performance over time and report any changes or declines in condition.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Additional API certifications would be considered an asset.
  • Certifications in NDT methods (MT/PT/UTT) would be considered an asset.