Certified Welding Inspectors & Visual Welding Inspectors

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Certified Welding Inspectors (CWI) and Visual Welding Inspectors (VWI) to support a large-scale construction project in Minneapolis. These roles are responsible for ensuring welding quality, compliance, and performance across process piping and structural steel operations. The ideal candidates will have strong inspection experience, technical expertise, and the ability to uphold strict quality and safety standards.

• Inspect root, fill, and cap welds to ensure quality and compliance
• Perform inspections on process piping and structural steel welds
• Identify weld defects including cracks, porosity, undercut, and other quality concerns
• Verify dimensions, joint preparation, and material compliance
• Maintain welding logs and documentation to track welder performance and quality trends
• Support welder retraining efforts and recommend corrective actions when needed
• Utilize inspection tools such as bridge cam gauges, fillet gauges, calipers, steel rules, and borescopes
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure adherence to welding specifications and safety requirements
• Complete documentation in accordance with project quality standards

• Current AWS CWI Certification required
• AWS B31.1 and D1.1 certifications required
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on welding experience
• Experience inspecting stainless steel process piping and/or structural steel welds
• Familiarity with GTAW, SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW welding processes
• Experience with UT (Ultrasonic Testing) and MT (Magnetic Testing)
• Ability to manage welding performance records and quality tracking

• Minimum 3 years of visual welding inspection experience
• Experience inspecting stainless steel piping, HDPE, PPR, and/or structural steel welds
• Ability to review welds for conformance to WPS requirements
• Familiarity with weld defect identification and documentation
• AWS, CWB (CSA), CSWIP certifications are a plus
• Prior NDT experience is preferred

• Industrial construction project experience
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong understanding of welding codes, specifications, and quality standards

• Approximately 50 hours per week
• Overtime available as project needs require

• $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

• $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

• Travelers are welcome!
• $125 per day per diem available for qualified travelers

Benefits Include:

• Weekly pay (direct deposit)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid sick time (40 hours)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Opportunity for direct hire after 6 months
• Long-term project stability and career growth

• Must pass a background check
• Must pass a drug screen
• Must complete TSMC Supply 360 training requirements
• Must complete SP2 Orientation
• Must be eligible to obtain a future TSMC vendor badge
• Must be willing to complete all site-specific training requirements

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We are one of the top leading Employer of Record Organizations with a primary focus in the construction industry. CGS Global is committed to providing our clients with personalized solutions to eliminate employee related risks, liabilities, administrative burdens and improve their cash flow. Backed by a team of specialists with nearly 100 years of combined experience, we ensure all of our clients receive around the clock support.

Company Description

We are one of the top leading Employer of Record Organizations with a primary focus in the construction industry. CGS Global is committed to providing our clients with personalized solutions to eliminate employee related risks, liabilities, administrative burdens and improve their cash flow. Backed by a team of specialists with nearly 100 years of combined experience, we ensure all of our clients receive around the clock support.