NDT - CR/DR Assistant

PROtect, LLC•Pecos, TX

108d

About The Position

As a CR/DR Assistant, you help ensure critical infrastructure—including pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel—is safe and reliable. You work alongside certified NDT Technicians and assist with inspections using non-destructive testing methods, including radiography, ultrasound, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, leak testing, and visual inspection. The role also includes supporting CR/DR methods. Work takes place at job sites such as plants, pipelines, and industrial facilities, sometimes requiring early starts, overnight stays, long-distance travel, or extended time on site. You prepare and assist with inspection equipment, support examinations under technician guidance, follow strict safety procedures, document results, and help with cleanup. The work is often outdoors or in industrial environments, involves extended time on your feet, and can be physically demanding. This is an entry point to a career in NDT. With training and certification, advancement paths may include Level II or III NDT Technician, a testing-method specialist, Team Lead, Regional Inspector, Project Manager, or QA/QC roles. PROtect supports employee development through advancement opportunities, training and certification support, and travel and relocation opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic mechanical knowledge.
Knowledge of and willingness to follow applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures, including looking out for other crew members.
Strong work ethic and ability to work a demanding, flexible schedule, including shifts of up to 16 hours, short-notice call-outs, and extended periods on site or traveling long distances.
Ability to frequently lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds over loose, rough, or uneven terrain.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 150 pounds with assistance.
Ability to climb and work at heights; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, stand for long periods, walk, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions; and work in confined spaces and extreme cold or heat.
Ability to meet weight restrictions for safe use of safety harnesses.
Ability to work near hazards, including moving mechanical parts and electrical components, and to work with chemical exposures.
Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by PROtect, LLC’s insurance carrier.
Professional appearance and conduct, including dressing appropriately for assignments and maintaining good hygiene.
Ability to interact professionally with customers, be punctual, work effectively on a team, and follow instructions.

Nice To Haves

State Card/Trainer preferred.
TWIC card preferred.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with setting up and using equipment for non-destructive testing in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures.
Assist with NDT inspections, including gamma and X-ray radiography, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing, and visual inspections.
Assist with examination techniques; select, prepare, load, calibrate, or operate NDT equipment.
Assist in identifying material defects using testing techniques.
Travel to job sites and help prepare inspection areas and equipment, including assembling X-ray units, laying cables, and cleaning welds.
Assist with inspections by taking readings, holding sensors, or applying test materials under a technician’s guidance.
Follow safety procedures and instructions to help ensure the safety of the entire team.
Tear down equipment, document test results, and assist with post-inspection cleanup.
Drive Company vehicles and maintain a safe driving record.
Learn experienced tasks and new tasks from Lead Technicians.
Interact professionally with customers and arrive punctually to assignments.
Work effectively as part of a team and follow specific instructions.