696 General Application NDT/RT Level II Technicians - Various Sites & Locations

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Apave America offers an employee-centric company culture, competitive pay, full benefits, and opportunities to build a rewarding career full of growth & advancement.

Position Overview:

The NDT Level II (Non-Destructive Testing) Technician is a skilled professional who independently performs inspections on materials and components using various NDT methods like Radiography Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), or Penetrant Testing (PT), to detect flaws or defects while adhering to established standards and procedures, interpreting results, and documenting findings in detailed reports; essentially acting as a quality control inspector with advanced NDT knowledge and certification to work autonomously on complex projects.

Key responsibilities of a Level II NDT Technician:

• Performing NDT inspections:

Setting up and calibrating NDT equipment, conducting tests using assigned NDT methods, interpreting test data, and identifying defects according to relevant codes and standards.

• Technical expertise:

Understanding the limitations of different NDT techniques, selecting appropriate methods for specific applications, and applying proper testing procedures.

• Data analysis and reporting:

Accurately documenting inspection results, including detailed reports with clear descriptions of findings, photographs, and recommendations.

• Compliance with standards:

Adhering to industry standards such as ASNT (American Society for Nondestructive Testing) guidelines, applicable codes, and client specifications.

• Quality control:

Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of NDT inspections by performing quality checks and maintaining proper equipment calibration.

• Communication and collaboration:

Interacting with engineers, quality inspectors, and other personnel to discuss inspection requirements, findings, and potential corrective actions.

• Safety practices:

Following safety protocols and procedures while working in various environments, including confined spaces or at heights.

Requirements for a Level II NDT Technician:

• ASNT Level II certification:

Must hold a valid Level II NDT certification in the specific method(s) they will be using (e.g., RT, UTT/UT, MT, PT)

• Technical knowledge:

Thorough understanding of NDT principles, equipment operation, and applicable codes and standards

• Practical experience:

Prior experience performing NDT inspections in relevant industries

• Strong analytical skills:

Ability to interpret complex data and make accurate assessments of inspection results

• Attention to detail:

High level of precision and accuracy in performing inspections and documenting findings

Work environments where Level II NDT Technicians are employed:

• Manufacturing facilities
• Oil and gas industry
• Aerospace industry
• Construction industry
• Power generation plants
• Pipeline companies

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• SNT Level II certification in one or more of the following methods MT/PT/UTT/RT/PMI/ISQ required
• Current SPRAT and/or IRATA Rope Access certification will be considered an asset
• Refinery experience is considered a plus
• Capable of training NDT assistants
  
• Valid Drivers License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required
• Pre-employment background checks will be required
  
• Valid TWIC Card and/or knowledge of PIN to TWIC Card may be required for some sites/location
• Ability and willingness to travel to multiple job sites may be required, sometimes with little notice

Work Conditions:

• Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in diverse industrial environments with varying climate conditions

• Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors, client personnel and a wide range of stakeholders

• Working in a plant and/or shop area around production machinery with extreme noise levels

• Work from various levels of heights and/or confined spaces for long periods of time

• Wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)
  

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move, and carry objects weighing 75lbs. or greater

• Must be able to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, and climb

• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing tanks, ladders, scaffolding, towers, piping systems, catwalks, structural steel, and wind turbines

• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping

• Working extended hours and standing for extended periods of time

• Work in indoor and outdoor environments in conditions of extreme heat and/or cold

• Work in and near industrial hazards

• Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties

• Remain consistently active throughout shift

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing and other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively

• Sufficient vision (close vision and distance vision) or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to investigate

• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties

• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties and travel to off-site locations

• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)

• Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively

• Exhibit sensible and responsible behavior

• Ability to work autonomously or within a team environment

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) W/Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

NOTE: To be considered, applicants must be able to provide documentation of current or previous certifications, as well as all classroom and/or on-the-job training (OJT) hours required for certification.

*** Apave America Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and other protected characteristics. ***

We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.