Authorized Piping Inspector
Eastman Chemical
- Kingsport, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Authorized Piping Inspector position is a developmental role, focused around continuous On-the-Job Training (OJT) covering codes, standards, and field inspection principles and practices
- Perform inspections on piping systems at scheduled intervals per TNO requirements utilizing appropriate NDE methods (visual, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing, etc.)
- Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) to plan and execute inspections and prepare inspection needs (scaffolding, arial lifts, insulation, etc.)
- Communicate inspection results clearly to O&M and for documentation within MIP databases
- Review and manage a list of non-conformances and work with O&M to address them
- Provide clear, effective and practical recommendations for repair plans and perform visual inspection of completed repair work
- Maintain documentation of inspection activities (damage, failures, repairs, replacements, etc.)
- Participate in shutdown planning and day-to-day maintenance by supplying inspection and repair scopes
- Act as first contact for leak repair and hot tap consultation, tracking location and details of each
- Participate on piping related MOCs and report changes through MIP program (replacements, additions, repairs, operating conditions changes)
- Ensure appropriate changes are made to piping inspection plans
- Perform expansion joint performance and conditional inspections and retain documentation
- Coordinate operating area Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) program and efforts
- Coordinate operating area Special Emphasis Inspection programs
- Coordinate and oversee specialty inspection services (radiography, advanced NDE, etc.)
- Collaborate with Area Pressure Vessel Inspector on corrosion monitoring and damage mechanisms
- Analyze piping damage and failures using personal knowledge and internal/external resources
- Verify all required examinations and testing have been completed on new construction
- Inspect new piping to the extent necessary to be satisfied it conforms to all examination requirements of the applicable code and engineering design (supports, springs, expansion joints, etc.)
- Assist Plant Engineering and Maintenance shops with examination and testing requirements on new construction, repairs, and alterations
- Perform QA of offsite shop inspections related to new construction and repairs.
- May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis (training, site support, etc.)
- Qualified and capable of performing Quality Control (QC) role as Relief Shop/Field Weld Inspection on piping fabrication for Eastman welders
- High school diploma or GED
- Eastman Maintenance craft apprentice graduate or equivalent industry experience is required (including piping, mechanical, or metal fabricator experience. Fabrication and/or repair of piping preferred.
- Qualifications in welding preferred (experience with specialty materials is desirable)
- Valid driver's license is required
- Demonstrate excellent decision-making skills and the ability to prioritize appropriately
- Motivated self-starter with strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to communicate with a diverse population of skills and experience across the site in written and verbal formats
- Knowledge of piping systems and demonstrated ability to use and interpret P&IDs and piping drawings
- Ability to gain a sound understanding of mechanical integrity practices, technical knowledge and code intent, cost control and scheduling/planning
- Experience in and understanding of the flow of maintenance work in various crafts
- Embrace continuing education by identifying training needs, budgets, schedules and attending training
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision within an empowered team environment
- Demonstrate leadership skills, inspiring others and leading by example
- Upon hire:
- Required to prepare for and pass the API 570 In-Service Piping Inspector Certification Exam
- Required to prepare for and pass the AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) Exam
- Required to attain TNO Nondestructive Examination (NDE) certifications: Visual (VT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), Ultrasonic Thickness (UT)