859 - NDT/Assistants, Rope Access - Fall TAR - Aug.- Sept. 2026 - El Dorado, KS

Apave America Inc.•El Dorado, KS

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Apave America is currently accepting applications for a Fall TAR located in El Dorado, KS! Anticipated to start: Aug - Sept 2026. We are seeking experienced Rope Access, NDT Professionals and NDT Assistants. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, company matched 401k, and opportunities to build a rewarding career with Apave America Inc. NDT/NDT Assistants whose focus is RT/MT/PT/UTT, Rope Access. Applicants who also bring any of the following will be strongly prioritized: In this role, the NDT Level II RT Technician must have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be qualified to set up and calibrate equipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications. The RT Level II must be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the methods for which qualified and shall exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job training and guidance of trainees and RT Level I personnel. The RT Level II must be able to organize, and report results of NDT tests. In this role, the NDT Assistant Technician, (or Non-Destructive Testing Assistant), will primarily assist a certified NDT Technician by setting up and operating testing equipment, preparing test areas, performing basic inspections, interpreting initial test results under supervision, maintaining documentation, and ensuring safety protocols are followed during non-destructive testing procedures on materials and structures, all while learning the fundamentals of various NDT methods like Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), and Penetrant Testing (PT). In this role, the Rope Access is responsible for carrying out standard rope access operations under the direct supervision of an authorized Level III rope access supervisor. The technician will use Industrial Rope Access methods and related equipment to access and complete a wide variety of inspection, maintenance and other industrial work tasks while on ropes or in difficult access areas. Technicians must have the ability to perform work that is physically demanding, have good communication skills and the ability to assimilate a large amount of new information. Responsibilities may also include rescue operations, technical reports and administrative tasks. Work hours, locations, shifts and nature of work assignments vary greatly, and travel may be required.

Requirements

Valid MT/PT/ RT certifications (Level I or II depending on role).
ASNT ISQ UTT Certification required for UTT roles.
State carded RT credentials
Strong understanding of refinery safety and inspection environments.
Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work in a nested refinery setting.
High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Current IRRSP Card or State Card required for Radiographers
SNT Level II certification in RT required for Radiographers
UTT technicians must hold the ASNT ISQ UTT Certification
Must provide proof of classroom training hours in RT
Must have 40 hours of Radiation Safety Training
Must be capable of following verbal and written instructions
Capable of training assistant radiographers
Valid Driver’s License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required
Pre-employment background checks will be required

Nice To Haves

Weld-quality and profile RT experience
Experience with digital radiography (DR) systems
SNT certifications in MT/PT/UTT/PMI considered an asset
Weld-quality profile RT Techs with state cards and digital radiography experience preferred
Current SPRAT and/or IRATA Rope Access certification will be considered an asset

Responsibilities

Set up and calibrate equipment.
Interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
Organize and report results of NDT tests.
Assist a certified NDT Technician by setting up and operating testing equipment.
Prepare test areas.
Perform basic inspections.
Interpret initial test results under supervision.
Maintain documentation.
Ensure safety protocols are followed during non-destructive testing procedures on materials and structures.
Carry out standard rope access operations under the direct supervision of an authorized Level III rope access supervisor.
Use Industrial Rope Access methods and related equipment to access and complete a wide variety of inspection, maintenance and other industrial work tasks while on ropes or in difficult access areas.
Perform work that is physically demanding.
Communicate effectively.
Assimilate a large amount of new information.
Conduct rescue operations.
Prepare technical reports.
Perform administrative tasks.