API Inspector Senior

Apave America is currently seeking API 510/570 Inspectors (local to Houston- Pasadena, TX area) to support our upcoming October 2026 TAR!  

Location: Pasadena, TX.

Position Overview:

The API 510/570 Inspector will conduct visual examinations of pressure retaining equipment such as piping, and vessels ensuring their mechanical integrity by performing visual inspections according to established API standards and codes (i.e. 510 for pressure vessels, 570 for piping, to identify potential issues, maintaining documented reports of inspection findings, recommend necessary repairs, and certifying compliance with industry regulations.

Conduct Inspections and Assessments

• Inspect pipelines, pressure vessels, 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).
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards (e.g., API, ASME, ASTM, NFPA, and OSHA).

Prepare Inspection Reports

• Document findings from inspections, including any defects or non-conformities.
• Provide detailed reports that include photographic evidence, measurements, and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Maintain records for future reference and regulatory compliance.

Risk Assessment and Analysis

• Identify potential risks and hazards based on inspection findings.
• Recommend corrective actions, including repairs, replacements, or modifications to maintain safety and integrity.
• Assess the remaining life of equipment and suggest maintenance schedules to prevent failures.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

• Supervise NDT methods (such as ultrasonic testing, radiographic testing, magnetic particle testing, or dye penetrant testing) to detect subsurface or surface defects.
• Interpret NDT results and provide recommendations based on the findings.

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

• Ensure that inspections and assessments align with all relevant regulatory standards and safety protocols.
• Assist with regulatory audits and maintain compliance with industry standards to minimize downtime and potential hazards.
• Stay current with changes in regulations and industry practices.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work with engineers, maintenance teams, and management to develop inspection schedules and action plans.
• Provide technical advice and guidance on repair and maintenance strategies.
• Communicate with contractors and third-party vendors regarding inspection requirements and results.

Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

• Track and monitor equipment performance over time and report any changes or declines in condition.
• Recommend or implement improvements in inspection processes, techniques, or technologies to enhance efficiency and safety.

Certification and Training

• Maintain necessary API certifications and participate in ongoing training to stay updated with the latest inspection standards, tools, and technologies.
• Ensure that work is done in a manner that complies with both company procedures and industry best practices.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure that inspections are carried out according to established quality assurance standards and practices.
• Verify that the equipment meets the required operational and safety standards before returning to service.

Required Skills and Experience: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience working with the 510, 570 certifications required.
• Additional API 653 certification would be considered an asset.
• Certifications in NDT methods (MT/PT/UTT) would be considered an asset.
  
• Valid Driver’s License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required.
• Pre-employment background checks will be required.
• Current Safety Training, Per Diem documents, and Fit Test is required.

Work Conditions:

• Field duties require indoor and/or outdoor work in diverse industrial environments with varying weather conditions
• Interaction with a wind range of stakeholders
• Working in a plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels
• May be required to work from various levels of heights and/or in close, confined spaces for long periods of time
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move and carry objects weighing 75 pounds or more
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing tanks, ladders, scaffolding, towers, piping systems, catwalks, structural steel, and wind turbines.
• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, reach, and climb.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits employee to investigations
• Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit the employee to perform routine in-field or office job duties
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform in-field or office job duties
• Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver within a refinery or plant environment to include the ability to gain access to elevated platforms via ladders or stairwells
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively
  
• Exhibits sensible and reasonable behavior

NOTE: To be considered, applicants must be able to provide documentation of current or previous certifications, as well as all classroom and/or on-the-job training (OJT) hours required for certification.

*** Apave America Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and other protected characteristics. ***

We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.  We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.