NDT - Level I Trainee/Assistant

PROtect, LLC•Orlando, FL

18d•$18 - $21

About The Position

As an NDT Assistant, you help ensure critical infrastructure—including pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel—is safe and reliable. You work closely with certified NDT Technicians to inspect materials using methods such as X-ray, ultrasound, and dye testing without damaging the materials. The role involves traveling to job sites, which may include plants, pipelines, or industrial facilities, sometimes early or overnight. You prepare and set up inspection equipment, assist with inspections under a technician’s guidance, follow safety procedures, document test results, and help with post-inspection cleanup. Work takes place outdoors or in industrial environments and may require long periods on your feet and physically demanding tasks. This is an entry point to a career in non-destructive testing. With time, training, and certification, advancement paths may include Level II or III NDT Technician, testing specialist, Team Lead, Regional Inspector, Project Manager, or QA/QC roles. PROtect supports employee growth through advancement paths, paid 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, and to look out for other crew members.
Ability to work a demanding and flexible schedule, including long periods and days of up to 16 hours, short-notice call-outs, and extended stays at job sites.
Ability to frequently lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds over loose, rough, or uneven terrain.
Ability to occasionally exert maximum muscle force to 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 objects, stand for long periods, walk, push, pull, perform repetitive motions, and work in confined spaces and extreme cold or heat.
Ability to work near hazards, including moving mechanical parts and electrical components, and to work with exposure to chemicals.
Applicants must meet weight restrictions for safe use of safety harnesses.
Professional appearance and conduct, including appropriate dress and good hygiene.
Ability to interact professionally with customers, arrive punctually, work effectively on a team, and follow specific instructions.
Valid driver’s license and insurability through PROtect, LLC’s insurance carrier.
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is preferred.

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 of components and materials in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures.
Assist with NDT inspections, including gamma radiography, X-ray radiography, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing, and visual inspections.
Assist with NDT examination techniques, including selecting, preparing, loading, calibrating, or operating testing equipment.
Assist in identifying defects in materials using testing techniques.
Drive Company vehicles and maintain a safe driving record.
Train on experienced tasks and learn new tasks from Lead Technicians.
Follow instructions and safety procedures to help ensure the safety of the entire team.
Travel to job sites, including extended and long-distance travel, and respond to call-outs on short notice.
Prepare job sites and equipment, assist with inspections, document test results, and help with post-inspection cleanup.
Interact professionally with customers, arrive punctually, and work effectively as part of a team.