Level II VT/MT Technicians for Newport News Shipyard (NNS) VA

ATS FAMILY•Newport News, VA

11d•$38 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) is hiring Level II VT/MT Technicians to work at Newport News Shipyard (NNS), attached to the ATS Chesapeake, Virginia office. The starting pay range is $38–$46 per hour, and employees are eligible for overtime. Per diem, currently $178 per day, is available after certification as a VT and MT Level II technician and passing HII TPE. Per diem is paid for days worked (at least eight hours per day); eligibility requires living more than 50 miles from the permanent residence, and working at least 40 hours per week to qualify for seven days of per diem. Technicians perform visual testing (VT) and magnetic particle testing (MT) examinations of materials according to procedures, codes, standards, and specifications. They set up and use NDT testing equipment, operate handheld grinders to remove detected discontinuities, prepare written instructions, and organize and report examination results. The role includes working independently and with team members, communicating with managers and clients about work scope and priorities, and supporting trainee on-the-job training and guidance within the scope of assigned responsibility. The position requires compliance with ATS and client safety programs. Work may involve shifts of up to 12 hours per day and seven days per week, extended travel, work at heights and in confined spaces, and work around operating equipment in industrial environments. Applicants must pass a drug screen and extensive background check for shipyard access, hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and qualify as a U.S. Person for access to information subject to ITAR export controls.

Requirements

Meet the minimum requirements of an NDT Level II VT/MT Technician.
Provide documentation of education, training, and experience in the applicable NDT methods.
Have a working knowledge of industrial environments and general manufacturing processes.
Effectively communicate with other departments and customers to report issues and solve problems.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Ability to learn and comply with company policies and procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Pass a drug screen.
Have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Pass an extensive background check required for shipyard access.
Qualify as a U.S. Person under the stated ITAR access requirements.
Be able to wear safety equipment required for personal protection.
Be able to work at heights on scaffolding, ladders, elevated platforms, and man-baskets.
Be able to work in confined spaces, including crawling, stooping, and climbing.
Be able to work around operating equipment and in industrial environments.
Be able to work shifts up to 12 hours per day and seven days per week and travel for extended periods.
Be able to lift and carry 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

NAVSEA and/or shipyard work experience.
Additional NDT certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform VT and MT examinations of materials in accordance with procedures, codes, standards, and specifications.
Set up and utilize NDT testing equipment.
Operate a handheld grinder to remove detected discontinuities.
Understand the scope and limitations of qualified methods and provide assigned on-the-job training and guidance to trainees.
Coordinate with department managers and clients to determine work scope and priorities and meet customer expectations.
Prepare written instructions and organize and report examination results.
Work independently and support team members.
Perform other job-related tasks as needed and assigned by supervisors.
Actively participate in ATS and client safety programs.