Conventional NDT - CR/DR Technician

PROtect, LLC•South Houston, TX

About The Position

The Conventional NDT - CR/DR Technician conducts non-destructive testing inspections of structures, pipelines, components, and materials using conventional radiographic testing (RT) and computed radiography (CR). Level II certifications in UTT, MT, and PT are also required. The technician must be interested in pursuing CR/DR certifications, with training and testing provided by the company. The role includes operating and maintaining NDT equipment, identifying material defects, completing documentation and work orders, and driving company vehicles safely. The technician provides instruction to assigned assistants and helps ensure the safety of the team. Other duties include routine equipment inspections, minor maintenance and cleaning of company vehicles, and keeping shop areas clean and functional. The position requires a demanding and flexible schedule, including the ability to work up to 16-hour days, respond to short-notice call-outs, and stay on site during extended travel. Work may involve physically demanding tasks and exposure to varied terrain, heights, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and workplace hazards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Insurability through PROtect, LLC’s insurance carrier.
Level II certification in RT, UTT, MT, and PT.
State Card required.
Demonstrated NDT skill, knowledge, or experience.
Expertise in multiple NDT methods and willingness to continue learning and applying those skills.
Intermediate mechanical knowledge.
Knowledge of applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures, and willingness to follow them and lead others in doing so.
Ability to work a demanding, flexible schedule, including up to 16-hour days, short-notice call-outs, and extended periods on site, including long-distance travel.
Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 75 pounds over loose, rough, or uneven terrain; occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Ability to climb and work at heights; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; reach; handle objects; stand for long periods; walk; push and pull; perform repetitive motions; work in confined spaces and extreme cold or heat; and work near moving mechanical parts, electrical components, hazards, and chemicals.
Must meet weight restrictions for safe use of safety harnesses.
Ability to dress appropriately for assignments and maintain good hygiene.
Ability to interact professionally with customers and arrive punctually to assignments.
Ability to coordinate actions with others and work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to provide instruction to others effectively and professionally.
Ability to monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure equipment or processes are functioning properly.
Ability to understand new information and apply it to current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to determine the tools and equipment needed for a job.
Ability to use logic and reason to evaluate alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Visual ability to see details at close range (within 20 inches), see clearly at 20 feet or more, and observe an area up, down, or to either side while keeping the eyes fixed on a point.
Active listening skills, including giving others full attention, understanding points being made, and asking appropriate questions.

Nice To Haves

TWIC card preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct NDT testing of components and materials in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, equipment requirements, and procedures.
Perform inspections using appropriate NDT methods, including RT, CR/DR, UTT, MT, and PT.
Select, prepare, load, calibrate, and operate equipment used for non-destructive testing.
Identify defects in materials using appropriate testing techniques.
Complete documentation and work orders thoroughly, following established protocols and required timeframes.
Drive company vehicles and maintain a safe driving record.
Provide instruction to assigned assistants and ensure the safety of the entire team.
Perform general cleaning and minor maintenance on company vehicles.
Routinely inspect equipment and maintain shop areas in a clean, orderly, and functional condition.
Perform other duties as assigned.