
Welding Inspectors - Multiple Locations - Contract
SALT LAKE CITY, UTContract / Per Diem$40–45/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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SGS seeks Welding Inspectors for assignments at multiple locations throughout the USA on an as-needed basis. Inspectors work under a 1099 independent contractor agreement and are paid for time spent on assigned work. Assignments may last from one day to several weeks and involve inspecting welding processes, materials, documentation, and non-destructive testing to verify compliance with applicable codes and project requirements.
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Contract Company Description We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Job Description SGS is currently looking for Welding Inspectors in multiple locations throughout the USA. Work will be assigned on a as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work. The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks. The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc. Scope of work: The scope of work includes: Ensuring that welds and welding processes comply with codes, standards, specifications, and project requirements by performing visual inspections and also to witness & verify non-destructive tests & their reports. Monitoring welding parameters and inspecting materials and equipment. Quality document reviews including WPS / PQR, assessment of quality, and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions to ensure the safety and structural integrity of welded components. Verify that welders are qualified, and that welding procedures and specifications (WPS) are followed correctly. Ensure all welding activities adhere to relevant industry codes (like ASME, AWS, API) and contractual requirements. Perform pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld inspections to identify defects and ensure quality. Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation. Witness non-destructive testing (NDT) and interpret / verify results. Visual inspection on the quality of welding and mechanical projects. Ensure that materials, equipment, and safety regulations are followed. Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results, including any issues found. Qualifications Must have at least one of the following: AWS / CWI / CSWIP/API Minimum of five (5) years industrial welding-related inspection experience. Two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspections inspector. Minimum of 5 - 10 years of industry experience (mainly Oil and Gas) Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of welding inspections. Welding inspections experience at manufacturer shops / facilities. Welding inspection experience of Pipeline, Equipment i.e. Pressure vessels, Heat exchangers, Pumps, etc.. would be an asset. Work schedule is Monday to Friday - 8 to 10 hours/day Hourly rate - $40 to $45/hr + $0.70/km No set schedule, the inspector will be contacted as needed. If the inspection site is beyond a round trip of 200 miles from the inspector place of residence, a per diem may be considered. The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc. Additional Information SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of d uties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call 201-508-3149 for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability. By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy apply Job Location Google Maps requires functional cookies to be enabled
How this job compares
Set against the 561 open Quality Inspector jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$40–45/hr
- US median$25–33/hr252 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $42.50/hr, is 47% above the US median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the top quarter of Quality Inspector hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 18 open Quality Inspector jobs in Utah and 561 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Quality Inspector postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (346 postings).
- Education
- 12 of the 561 open Quality Inspector jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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