At Freeport LNG Development, L.P., we value the strengths of our employees who each bring their unique skills and experience to our team. As part of the Freeport LNG team, you will be working side by side with top performers in the LNG industry. We believe that when employees are fairly compensated, work in a safe environment and their families are provided with excellent benefits, they have peace of mind.

FLSA Status: Nonexempt Location: Freeport, TX

Job Summary

The Field Quality Technician will support LNG operations by overseeing field-level quality control activities specific to painting and paint repairs. This role plays a vital part in verifying compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and project specifications during field execution. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Safety teams, the Field Quality Technician will help drive continuous improvement, reduce rework, and ensure high-quality field deliverables for LNG operations.

Location/Travel Information

This position is based at the Terminal Facilities, LQF or PTF, with travel to off-site locations as required. This position requires the incumbent to hold a valid, unexpired driver license and passport at all times in order to perform the essential functions of the job.

Duties/Responsibilities

Painting Quality Inspections:

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Perform and sign off on field inspections to verify compliance with SSPC, NACE, and project specifications

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Monitor surface preparation, coating application, and curing processes

Document and Records Management:

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Collaborate with planning teams to gather required documentation (inspection test plans, specifications, SDS)

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Maintain inspection reports and quality records related to painting activities

Defect Identification and Reporting:

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Identify, document, and report painting defects or non-conformities

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Communicate findings and support timely resolution with responsible parties

Compliance and Protocol Adherence:

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Follow established coating inspection protocols

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Ensure compliance with VOC, environmental, safety, and regulatory standards

Continuous Improvement:

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Provide field-based input for quality and process improvements

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Recommend ways to minimize defects and enhance coating performance

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

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Work closely with Procurement, Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance to align on quality goals

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Offer technical expertise to support supplier management and ensure compliance

Essential Functions

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualification/Work Experience

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in painting quality control, coating inspection, or industrial paint repair work in LNG, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments

Preferred Education: Associates Degree in Quality Management, or a related field.

Preferred Experience: 7+ years of experience in painting quality control, coating inspection, or industrial paint repair work in LNG, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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Working knowledge of SSPC, NACE, and LNG painting standards

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Experience identifying field defects and facilitating corrective actions

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Proficiency in completing and maintaining inspection reports

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Clear and professional verbal and written communication

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Strong attention to detail with the ability to work independently in field environments

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Certified Coatings Inspector (e.g., NACE Level 1 or 2) preferred

HSE Roles and Responsibilities

Support the policies, efforts, and programs of Freeport LNG Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System. Actively participate in the HSE Management System Policies. Ensure that HSE concerns are given priority in all activities completed within their area of responsibility. Implement routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.

Working Conditions and Physical Expectations

Work Environment

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Operates in outdoor and industrial plant environments

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May work near hazardous materials and in confined spaces

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Routinely uses inspection tools and PPE

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Fieldwork may involve walking, climbing, or extended standing

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. as required in order to lift files, boxes and office equipment as necessary.

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Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending, standing on a stool, or climbing as necessary to perform these functions.

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While performing the duties of this role, the incumbent may be required to talk or hear.

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The incumbent is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

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Ability to drive to other Company work locations as required.

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Ability to move throughout all areas of each office/site location and facilities.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

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Transportation Worker Identification Card

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Current valid passport or the ability to obtain a valid passport

Freeport LNG does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.