Inspection Advisor II; Inspection Coordinator

Inspection Advisor II (Inspection Coordinator)

Compensation $75.05/hr + Agency Supplied Vehicle

Location Midland – Hwy 80 Travel required throughout the Midland area, Carlsbad, NM, and outlying Del Tex locations.

Schedule 5/2 – 40 hours per week

Target Start Date ASAP – Start date must align with the XOM onboarding class schedule. The candidate must clear compliance by the Wednesday before the applicable onboarding class.

Submittal

Tentative End Date One year from starting

Scope The Inspection Coordinator provides work direction and support to third-party inspection contractors. This position serves as the primary communication link between Basin Integrity Leads and third-party inspection services and is responsible for distributing, directing, coordinating, and supervising field inspection activities across multiple sites.

Primary Responsibilities

• Promote safety throughout all inspection activities.
• Provide work direction and logistical support for field inspection work.
• Identify inspection needs and develop workforce plans with input from Basin Integrity Leads.
• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise field inspection activities.
• Ensure third-party contractor personnel comply with XTO safety policies and standards.
• Implement and steward the site inspection program according to the approved scope of work.
• Ensure approved procedures, NDE techniques, equipment, and properly qualified personnel are used.
• Review inspection reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure inspection data, equipment histories, and records remain current in the CMMS.
• Identify inconsistencies between field practices and written documentation.
• Evaluate and provide feedback regarding contractor inspection personnel.
• Communicate inspection findings to Basin Integrity Leads.
• Coordinate third-party and contractor inspectors with suppliers, QA/QC personnel, Engineering, Construction, and other project disciplines.
• Perform surveillance and inspection activities according to Inspection and Test Plans and Project Surveillance Plans.
• Review contractor and supplier quality procedures and documentation for adequacy and accuracy.
• Support audits and assessments of contractor and supplier inspection activities.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests, final inspection releases, and punch-list closure.
• Provide early warning of potential quality problems and technical direction for resolving them.
• Support the development and review of inspection procedures, test methods, technical drawings, project plans, and examination techniques.

Required Qualifications

• Current API 653 – Above ground Storage Tank Inspector certification.
• Six to ten years of oil and gas operations experience.
• At least three years of inspection coordination or integrity management experience.
• Strong knowledge of pressure-vessel, piping, and above ground storage-tank inspection.
• Strong working knowledge of NDE methods, including UT, RT, MT, PT, and VT.
• Strong knowledge of API 653, API 510, and API 570 inspection standards.
• Thorough understanding of applicable ASME, API, and DOT requirements.
• Experience coordinating field inspection activities across multiple locations.
• Experience supervising contractors and third-party inspection personnel.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, inspection procedures, and ITPs.
• Project coordination and scheduling experience.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms such as SAP, FSM, Oracle, or Meridium.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, One Note, and Outlook.
• Strong technical reporting, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues to nontechnical stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize multiple activities in a fast-paced field environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• API 510 – Pressure Vessel Inspector certification.
• API 570 – Piping Inspector certification.
• NDE Level II or III certification in UT, MT, PT, or RT.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, materials science, engineering, science, or another related technical discipline.
• Manufacturing, fabrication, construction, procurement quality, or project QA/QC experience.

Equivalent industry experience may be considered in place of a degree. Additional Details

• API 653 is a hard requirement. Candidates without a current API 653 certification will not be submitted.
• Reimbursable business travel is provided for travel to Carlsbad and outlying Del Tex areas.
• Agency-supplied ½-ton 4WD truck, such as an F-150.
• No per diem.
• Safety-sensitive position.
• Interview: 30-minute Zoom meet-and-greet with the Midland Hwy 80 team.