Automated UT Operator

Sonic Systems International LLC • Wilmington, NC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Automated UT Operator:

Overtime authorized.

Travel Per-Diem: 172.00 per day

Fall 2026 Nuclear Outage Season Positions Available

Must be available for training in June 2026.

Specific position for Automated UT Operator:

Automated UT Operator

Requirements

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to perform both independently and part of a team.
• Experience working in an automated/robotic 3D environment, such as AutoCad, VR, etc…is a plus.
• UT Level II (UT IIL) Must meet the following criteria: Minimum 40 hours of UT discipline in Classroom & Lab Training Minimum 215 hours of OJT experience in UT discipline. Minimum 400 hours in any NDE discipline.
• Mechanical aptitude and Electrical background required
• Accuracy and thoroughness in work.
• The ability to work in confined spaces, at elevated heights, and high temperature environments, required.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a clean background with no outstanding/pending legal charges.
• Must have the ability to pass a drug and alcohol test at time of hire and random.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Non-US Citizen must hold current work visa or green card.
• Must be willing to travel, 3-12 weeks per outage season, as well as travel to Houston, TX, San Jose, CA or Wilmington, NC for training, and or testing.
• Candidate must be dependable and be able to report to work fit for duty, and on time while working 10-12 hours a day, 6-7 days a week.
• Highly motivated to be successful and help the entire team when in high stress situations.
• Be a self-starter and capable of working in a cohesive team to ensure a successful outcome.
• Should maintain a questioning attitude and have a willingness to listen when given verbal directions/instructions.
• Willingness to learn and take the initiative in new situations and environments.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in heightened environments on or off scaffolds.
• Must be able to wear a harness.
• Must be able to carry 50lbs.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, climb, and extend as required for the job.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in high heat environments.

Nice To Haves

• Phased Array Training is a plus (80 HRS total = 40 HRS Classroom and 40 HRS Lab).
• Held unescorted access in a domestic nuclear power plant in the last 365 days is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operators are responsible for building and reviewing setups, calibration sheets, and essential variables
• Competent in mechanical and electrical problem-solving and ability troubleshoot causes of system failures and complete necessary repairs.
• Must be competent in reading isometric drawings and navigating through the nuclear power plant to walk down components, as needed, using pictures, component labeling, and piping configurations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED