James D. Gardner is a seasoned NACE Level 3 Inspector with extensive experience in coatings, fireproofing, insulation, and thermal spray applications. Currently employed at Freeport LNG since September 2018, James has held various NACE Certified Coating Inspector positions across multiple companies, including Airswift and Intertek, from 2014 to 2018, where responsibilities included vendor surveillance and overseeing coatings and thermal sprayed aluminum. Prior experience includes work with Samsung Engineering, focusing on insulation and fiberglass reinforced plastic systems, highlighting a robust background in quality assurance and materials inspection in diverse industrial settings.