Dana R. Parks
Conroe
Summary
Results-driven professional with a CIP Level 2 certification in NACE Inspection and extensive experience in the coating industry, demonstrating a strong focus on detail and quality assurance. Proven expertise in conducting structural inspections to uphold safety and compliance standards, utilizing advanced observational skills and technical knowledge to effectively identify potential issues. Recognized for delivering comprehensive and precise reports that maintain high standards in construction and maintenance, contributing to overall project success. Committed to leveraging academic experience, research capabilities, and a deep understanding of certification processes to make a meaningful impact as an Inspector within the organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief I
NEFS/ETC
Mississippi/North Dakota (Bakken)
11.2025 - Current
- Assessing surface cleanliness (SSPC standards), profile measurement, and checking blast quality.
- Anomaly digs and Gathering systems.
- Monitoring mixing, application techniques, and curing times.
- Expertise in using DFT gauges (Defelsko), holiday detectors (high voltage), DPM, SPG, Shore D, Test-Ex, Micrometer, and Fluke.
- Working knowledge of NACE/AMPP, SSPC, ISO, and ASTM codes.
- Creating comprehensive inspection reports, and daily logs.
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documents.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
QC/ QC Specialist/QC Manager
Price Gregory International
North Slope, AK/ Oak Grove, LA
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Check validation of calibration certificate for equipment.
- Collect and document DFT's, environmental data, and anchor profiles.
- Interpreted blueprints, site specifications, and construction methods to create and update current field data in Bluebeam maps.
- Utilized expertise in reading and understanding technical drawings and documents to support engineering processes.
- Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment calibration certificates, daily field reports, and daily photo log reports.
- Log data recorded during cleaning, gauging, and all stages of hydrotesting.
- Prepare proper documentation such as weld parameters, equipment logbooks, cathodic protection forms, and supporting documentation for audit during project.
- Perform, record internal audit on subcontractor, log data into ITP book, and sign ITP book.
- Scan and upload documentation to SharePoint.
- Assisted with field training coating certification on SPC 2888 and Kema.
- Conducted thorough inspections of structural components to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Improved structural integrity of projects by conducting thorough inspections and recommending necessary corrective actions.
- Performed detailed evaluations of concrete loads and pours to guarantee adherence to established quality standards.
- Analyzed slump temperature and salt levels in concrete and slurry mixes to maintain optimal performance standards.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of structural elements to ensure compliance with safety standards.
3rd party Inspector/ NACE CIP2/Utility
FIS
Pennsylvania
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Verify calibration certificates for equipment.
- Gather and document DFT's, environmental data, and anchor profiles.
- Prepare proper documentation such as data capture forms, equipment logbooks, and inventory forms to support testing procedures.
- Provide quality control data as necessary for regulatory submissions.
- Author technical reports or documentation, including deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
- Analyze blueprints, site specifications, and construction methods to ensure compliance with coating regulations.
- Create inspection reports and supplement data with photos and daily log entries.
- Meet all deadlines and goals with minimal supervision while completing all required paperwork on time.
- Utility Inspection Experience:
- Conducted utility inspections
- Worked as a third-party inspector overseeing road bores, utility paperwork, coating crews, and tie-in crews.
3rd party Inspector/NACE CIP2
TIC
Pennsylvania
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Comprehensive Structural Steel Inspection
- Inspect multiple structural steel surfaces, whether they are interior, exterior, or confined spaces.
- Draft and submit daily progress reports and photographs to document the progress of the work.
- Accurately measure with hand tools, instruments, gauges, and equipment, and record the results for official records.
- Verify surface preparation, primers, mid-coats, and topcoats on steel structures.
- Proficient in the use of an IPAD and the company's personalized inspection documentation program.
- Provide personal equipment for inspections, such as climbing harnesses and PPE.
QA Inspector/QP5/NACE CIP 2
CSI Services/RMA Group
Oahu, HI/Maui, HI/NAS Whidbey Island, WA/Florence Lake Dam Sierra National Forest, CA
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted detailed assessments of multiple structural steel surfaces to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Documented project progress through daily reports and photographs, facilitating effective communication with stakeholders.
- Utilized hand tools and measurement equipment to obtain and record precise data for official documentation.
- Checked surface preparation, primers, mid-coats, and topcoats on steel structures.
- Ability to use an IPAD and proficient in company's personalized inspection program.
- Own and maintain personal equipment used in various areas of inspection, including climbing harness and PPE.
- Evaluated construction materials and methods to ensure safety standards were met consistently.
- Interpreted intricate blueprints and technical documents to facilitate successful project execution by construction teams.
QA Inspector
BHE GT&S
Meadowbrook, WV/East Greenbush NY
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Conduct in-process and final inspections and tests to verify the quality of products as per established quality procedures. Record and archive results
- Compliance with safety and quality standards
- Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documents.
- A good work ethic, good organizational skills, and ability to self-start.
- Ability to use a computer and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Effective communication skills, written and oral.
- Worked in a shop setting inspecting ball valves and spools for M & R builds.
QC/QA
Michels
Thief River Falls, MN
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Interpreted blueprints, site specifications, and construction methods to enforce compliance with coating regulations.
- Drafted inspection reports and supplemented data with photos and daily log data.
- Completed all required paperwork within anticipated timeframes.
- Required minimal oversight to complete job tasks, meeting all deadlines and goals.
- Obtained and studied drawings and specifications and checked work instructions prior to inspecting production.
- Communicated product, process, and documentation discrepancies to correct problems and achieve process improvements.
Coating Inspector/ Water Tower Inspection
Badger State Inspection
Osseo, WI
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Complete documentation for testing used on coating applications for water towers.
- Perform low voltage holiday detection.
- Create daily inspection, collages, coating, surface application reports.
- Inspect the interior wet of water tower by completing a float.
- Perform daily inspection on coating applications. (Spray, Roller, and Brush).
- Perform cable installation inspection and documentation.
- Expanded knowledge of industry trends through ongoing professional development opportunities, keeping skills current and relevant for superior job performance.
- Identified potential safety hazards during routine inspections, ensuring timely resolution to maintain a safe work environment.
QC/QA
Price Gregory International
Wink, TX
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
- Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Investigate or report questionable test results.
- Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.
- Supply quality control data necessary for regulatory submissions.
- Write technical reports or documentation such as deviation reports, testing protocols, and trend analyses.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Conducted detailed inspections of structural integrity in compliance with safety regulations.
- Evaluated construction materials and methods to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Collaborated with engineers to review project specifications and assist in identifying potential issues.
QC/QA
Welded Construction
Triadelphia, WV
06.2017 - 04.2019
- Check validation of calibration certificate for equipment.
- Collect and document DFT's, environmental data, and anchor profiles.
- Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms.
- Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Investigate or report questionable test results.
- Monitor testing procedures to ensure that all tests are performed according to established item specifications, standard test methods, or protocols.
Education
CPWI+V -
NWIS
Burton, TX09.2023
CIP 2 -
AMPP NACE
Atlanta, GA04.2021
CIP 1 - Inspection
NACE
Seattle, WA01.2019
Culinary Arts Accelerated Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Mendota Heights, MN01.2014
Skills
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
- Effective team collaboration
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Bluebeam proficiency
- Certified CPWI professional
- CIP proficiency
- Quality management proficiency
- Utility Inspection
- TWIC
- Effective time management
- Civil and structural evaluation skills
Timeline
Chief I
NEFS/ETC
11.2025 - Current
QC/ QC Specialist/QC Manager
Price Gregory International
04.2024 - 10.2025
3rd party Inspector/ NACE CIP2/Utility
FIS
09.2023 - 03.2024
3rd party Inspector/NACE CIP2
TIC
04.2023 - 09.2023
QA Inspector/QP5/NACE CIP 2
CSI Services/RMA Group
01.2022 - 03.2023
QA Inspector
BHE GT&S
08.2021 - 11.2021
QC/QA
Michels
12.2020 - 02.2021
Coating Inspector/ Water Tower Inspection
Badger State Inspection
04.2020 - 10.2020
QC/QA
Price Gregory International
06.2019 - 09.2019
QC/QA
Welded Construction
06.2017 - 04.2019
Culinary Arts Accelerated Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
CPWI+V -
NWIS
CIP 2 -
AMPP NACE
CIP 1 - Inspection
NACE