NDT Assistant
About The Position
NDT Assistant – Start Your Career in NDT. No NDT experience? No problem. Build a career that takes you places. Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn a specialized skill, travel, work with experienced professionals, and build toward a higher-level technical career? PROtect is looking for NDT Assistants to join our growing team. As an NDT Assistant, you'll work alongside experienced NDT Technicians inspecting pipelines, pressure vessels, structural steel, and other critical infrastructure. You'll learn how professional NDT inspections are performed using methods such as radiography, ultrasonic testing, magnetic particle, and liquid penetrant testing—all without damaging the materials being inspected. You don't need to be an NDT expert to get started. We're looking for dependable people who are willing to learn, work hard, follow safety procedures, and want to build a long-term career.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to meet company insurance requirements
- Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience in a skilled trade, industrial, mechanical, construction, or similar environment
- TWIC Card
- State Card / Trainer
- Previous NDT experience
- Construction experience
- Welding experience
- Mechanical work experience
- Oil & Gas experience
- Industrial maintenance experience
- Manufacturing experience
- Pipeline work experience
- Military experience
- Electrical work experience
- Equipment operation experience
- Other skilled trades experience
Responsibilities
- Travel to customer job sites, which may include plants, pipelines, refineries, and industrial facilities.
- Set up and prepare equipment for inspections.
- Assist with radiography, ultrasonic, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, leak testing, and visual inspections.
- Help assemble equipment, run cables, prepare inspection areas, clean welds, and position testing equipment.
- Assist technicians with taking readings and performing examinations.
- Learn how to properly use and maintain NDT equipment.
- Help identify and document inspection results.
- Load, unload, set up, and tear down equipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Drive company vehicles when required.
- Learn new skills and responsibilities directly from experienced Lead Technicians.
- Follow all safety procedures and help maintain a safe work environment for yourself and your crew.
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision
- HSA/FSA Options
- HSA Company Match
- 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
- 100% vested immediately in the 401(k) match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid/Supported Continued Education
- Clear Career Advancement Opportunities
- Travel Opportunities
- Relocation Assistance for Qualified Out-of-State Candidates
- Free Mental Health Courses & Resources
- Free Financial Coaching & Resources
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Business Development Bonuses
- Monthly Safety Competitions with Prizes
- Annual Competitions with Prizes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
