Shop Fabrication Inspector (CWI)

Company: Volkert Inc
Location: Grove City
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Are we the road to your future? Volkert is searching for a Shop Fabrication Inspector for our Mid-Atlantic Region in Camp Hill, Grove City, Lancaster, and Coatesville, PA . Immediate openings for qualified professionals to support existing clients and participate on challenging urban mega projects as well as rural projects in Pennsylvania . This position is full-time year round! To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a valid certified Welding Inspector (CWI) issued by the American Welding Society (AWS). The salary range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00 per hour. What you’ll be doing: Inspection for compliance with contract documents, standards, and specifications of fabricated products Testing of materials; review of plans Keeping daily diaries on project operations, resolving daily constructability issues and troubleshooting problems to mitigate delays to project’s progress Monitoring contractor's daily operations Effectively communicating and coordinating work with contractor, coworkers, and supervisors Testing on-site of materials as required What you need to have: Valid certified Welding Inspector (CWI) issued by the American Welding Society (AWS). Minimum 3 years of experience in inspection and/or QA/QC with structural steel fabrication. Experience in a structural steel fabrication shop working to AWS D1.5 Bridge Welding Code standards Must meet ASNT SNT-TC-1A (2016) Level I requirements, with combined Level I and II training hours accepted in applicable NDT methods (e.g., PT, MT, UT, RT Interpretation) relevant to assigned shop duties. Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, specifications and special provisions of the project. PennDOT certifications highly desired PennDOT experience a plus Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines. If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role. Valid driver’s license. A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR). Why Volkert? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide. Key Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, & Vision 401(k) retirement savings plan employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .” – Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer EOE- Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services. LI-DNI Pennsylvania

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