Krista Coombs
Professional Summary
Quality Assurance and Quality Control professional with over 10 years of experience in the pipe trades and welding inspection. CWB qualified inspector and Welding Engineering Technician with a thorough knowledge base in QA/QC planning, execution, and turnover coordination. Expertise spans new construction, repair alterations, maintenance, and shutdowns across industrial sectors including oil and gas, chemical, and energy. Proven ability to supervise QC teams, manage complex documentation packages (ITPs, RFIs, NCRs), and ensure strict compliance with client specifications and industry codes. Proficient in industry-specific software for inspection reporting and project management.
Specialization
Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Experience
10 years in the industry
Certifications
CWB Level 2 Inspector-B31.3 EndorsementCWB Level 1 Inspector-B31.3 Endorsement
Krista Coombs's Projects
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LNG Canada (LNGC)
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Kitimat, BC
The LNG Canada project involves the construction of a liquefied natural gas export terminal in Kitimat, British Columbia. It is one of the largest industrial projects in Canadian history, designed to export LNG to international markets.
• Supervised and mentored a team of QC inspectors for daily task coordination.
• Conducted audits to ensure compliance with applicable codes and client specifications.
• Investigated and resolved quality issues, implementing corrective actions.
• Oversaw the documentation process for multiple disciplines including ITPs, RFIs, and NCRs.
QC Inspector Lead
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INTERPIPELINE Project
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Coronation, AB
The INTERPIPELINE project is a major pipeline infrastructure initiative involving the construction and expansion of natural gas transmission pipelines across Alberta. The scope includes new construction, repair alterations, and maintenance activities.
• Monitored piping and structural welding activities and weld parameters.
• Conducted visual inspections and coordinated NDE services per client specifications.
• Performed material receiving and MTR review.
• Executed welder job tests and generated documentation of test results.
QC Inspector
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Yara Belle Plain Shutdown
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Moosejaw, SK
The Yara Belle Plain facility is a fertilizer production plant. The shutdown involved maintenance and repair activities to ensure operational continuity and safety compliance.
• Conducted system walk downs for completion.
• Populated pressure test packages and witnessed tests.
• Pre-populated Bolt Up Forms and performed inspections at various stages.
• Conducted coating and insulation inspections per client specifications.
QC Inspector
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TC Energy Pipeline Project
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Crossfields, Brooks, Edson, Fort McMurray and Grand Prairie, AB and Cranbrook, BC
This engagement involved quality control activities for TC Energy pipeline infrastructure across multiple locations in Alberta and British Columbia. The work included new construction and maintenance phases.
• Monitored piping and structural welding activities and weld parameters.
• Conducted visual inspections and coordinated NDE services per client specifications.
• Performed material receiving and MTR review.
• Executed welder job tests and generated documentation of test results.
QC Inspector
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Suncor Base Plant Shutdown
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Fort McMurray, AB
The Suncor Base Plant is a major oil sands processing facility. The shutdown involved extensive maintenance and inspection activities to ensure plant integrity and safety.
• Conducted system walk downs for completion.
• Populated pressure test packages and witnessed tests.
• Pre-populated Bolt Up Forms and performed inspections at various stages.
• Conducted coating and insulation inspections per client specifications.
QC Inspector
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Agrium Redwater Shutdown
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Fort Saskatchewan, AB
The Agrium Redwater Shutdown was a maintenance and repair initiative at a fertilizer production facility in Fort Saskatchewan, AB, designed to ensure operational continuity and safety compliance during the shutdown period.
• Conducted system walk downs for completion verification.
• Populated pressure test packages and witnessed tests.
• Pre-populated Bolt Up Forms and performed inspections at various stages.
• Conducted coating and insulation inspections per client specifications.
QC Inspector
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Agrium, Pembina and William Locations
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Fort Saskatchewan, AB
This engagement involved quality control activities for multiple industrial sites including Agrium, Pembina, and William locations. The work included new construction, repair alterations, and maintenance.
• Monitored piping and structural welding activities and weld parameters.
• Conducted visual inspections and coordinated NDE services per client specifications.
• Performed material receiving and MTR review.
• Executed welder job tests and generated documentation of test results.
QC Inspector
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