Coating Inspector

Company: Sterling Engineering Inc.
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: February 21, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Title : Coating Inspector Location : Baltimore, MD Hire Type : 4-6 month contract Compensation : $30-40/hour Benefits : As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan. Key Responsibilities Monitor daily pipeline and gas distribution construction activities performed by contractor crews Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and Federal Safety Standards for Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline (49 CFR Part 192) Oversee and direct compliance for transmission pipeline inspections, regulator stations, and distribution systems Coordinate federal safety requirements with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) manuals to ensure full regulatory alignment Conduct inspections of coating materials and pipe surfaces to identify defects or nonconformities Verify that all field-applied pipe coatings are properly mixed, prepared, and applied in accordance with client specifications, applicable standards, and regulatory requirements Provide clear direction to contractor crews when corrective actions are required and verify proper resolution Participate in daily safety briefings and verify contractor qualifications and certifications Document daily jobsite activities, progress, safety observations, and compliance findings Maintain accurate records related to inspections, safety, and efficiency Identify potential safety or quality issues, assess their severity, and take appropriate corrective action Support overall safety and quality control initiatives for field construction operations Position Characteristics Field-based oversight role with frequent interaction with contractor crews Requires sound judgment and decision-making in active construction environments Emphasis on safety compliance, quality assurance, and detailed documentation Non-manual compliance assurance role with significant field presence Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 10 years of experience in the utility, pipeline, or a closely related industry NACE CIP Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 certification (as required by the client) API 1169 certification preferred Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Keywords: Sterling Engineering Inc., Reston , Coating Inspector, Energy / Utilities , Baltimore, Virginia