NDT Technician Trainees are required to be active participants in the training program for the Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) as controlled by NAS 410 and PCC Procedure RI 4.1. Trainees gain work experience under the direct observation of a certified Level 2 or Level 3 or, a certified Level 1 or NDT instructor only when approved by the Responsible Level 3. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: TRAINEE : An individual who is documented as participating in a training program for an NDT method and is in the process of becoming qualified for certification to Level 1-Limited, Level 1 or directly to Level 2 shall be considered a trainee. In the technique/method in which they are preparing for certification, trainees shall: Be documented as a trainee and be actively participating in a training program for a stated NDT method for a limited and specified period of time. Obtain experience under the direct observation of a Level 2 or Level 3 in the same method. Obtain experience under the direct observation of a Level 1 or instructor only when approved by the responsible Level 3. The trainee follows established procedures and part specific technique cards. Report faulty operations, defective material or solutions, and report these and any unusual conditions to proper supervision. An NDT trainee will be actively working toward obtaining their level one. See below: LEVEL 1 : In the method in which certified, Level 1 individuals shall: Be able to follow work instructions. Have the skills and knowledge to process parts, document results and perform equipment standardization in accordance with approved work instructions. Have the skills and knowledge to carry out any necessary preparation of parts before or after testing in accordance with approved work instructions. Have the skills and knowledge to conduct system performance checks in accordance with the applicable process standard. Receive guidance or supervision from a certified Level 2 or Level 3 in that method when necessary. When specified in the written practice and approved by the Responsible Level 3, may perform interpretations and evaluations of specific product(s) or product form(s) for acceptance or rejection in accordance with approved work instructions. A trainee is not permitted to: Make accept or reject decisions. Independently conduct tests within the method. Independently perform any other NDT function.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees