Petroleum Inspector

We are seeking a highly skilled Petroleum Inspector to join our team at Coastal Gulf & International, Inc. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine inspection work in petroleum, petrochemical terminals, and refineries, as well as inspecting barges and ships.

• Conduct inspections of petroleum products, equipment, and facilities to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Take product measurements and samples, and perform related calculations and reporting.
• Verify the accuracy of measurement equipment and maintain all issued equipment in good condition.
• Perform visual cleanliness inspections of tanks, including entering confined spaces.
• Work safely in the presence of hazardous materials, as defined in Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Perform other inspection department duties as assigned by Operations.
• Exercise procedural, safety, and quality requirements specified by Coastal Gulf & International.
• Attend training and pass examinations in petroleum, chemical, and gas inspection procedures.
• Inspectors must be ready to accept job assignments at any time and be willing to work on an on-call basis.
• Read and understand all job and safety requirements in English.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret instructional and technical materials relating to procedures, safety, and applicable government regulations.
• Write useful reports and correspondence.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, schedulers, and clients.
• Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats.
• Familiarity with basic computer skills, including MS Word and MS Excel.
• Inspectors must have a vehicle in good, safe operating condition for sample transportation.
• Local travel and occasional out-of-town assignments are required.
• Must be able to work in refineries, terminals, and onboard marine vessels.

• Must have internal and external customer service skills.
• The candidate must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Have a great work history and a responsible individual track record.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• TWIC card required.
• IFIA certification preferred.

This position is performed inside and outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

Travel: 50-75% of travel is required.

Physical requirements: standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 75lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 40lbs, climbing up to 180ft, perceiving color difference, ability to wear personal protective equipment, and strenuous physical activity.