State Carded RT Assistant

PROtect, LLC • North Houston, TX

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About The Position

As an NDT Assistant, you help ensure the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure, including pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel. Working with certified NDT Technicians, you assist with inspections using methods such as X-ray, ultrasound, and dye testing without damaging the materials being inspected.

The work includes traveling to job sites, which may involve early starts or overnight travel; preparing and setting up inspection equipment; assisting with inspections under a technician’s guidance; following safety procedures; and helping document results, dismantle equipment, and clean up after inspections. Work takes place outdoors and in industrial environments and can involve long periods on your feet and physically demanding conditions.

This position offers a path toward NDT technician, specialist, team lead, inspector, project management, or QA/QC roles. PROtect supports career growth through advancement opportunities, paid training and certification support, and travel and relocation opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability through PROtect, LLC’s insurance carrier.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of and willingness to follow applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures, including looking out for other crew members.
• Ability to work a demanding and flexible schedule, including long periods of work up to 16-hour days, short-notice call-outs, and extended periods on site, including long-distance travel.
• 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; work in confined spaces and extreme cold or heat; maintain visual acuity; and work near hazards, moving mechanical parts, electrical components, and chemicals.
• Must meet weight restrictions for safe use of safety harnesses.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional appearance and hygiene.
• Ability to interact professionally with customers and arrive punctually at assignments.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and follow specific instructions.

Nice To Haves

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

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 and select, prepare, load, calibrate, or operate testing equipment.
• Assist in identifying material defects using testing techniques.
• Travel to job sites and help prepare, set up, dismantle, and clean inspection equipment and work areas.
• Drive Company vehicles and maintain a safe driving record.
• Learn new and experienced tasks from Lead Technicians.
• Follow instructions and safety procedures to help ensure the safety of the entire team.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• HSA/FSA.
• HSA company match.
• 401(k) with up to 4% match, 100% vested immediately.
• PTO.
• Free mental health courses and resources.
• Free financial coaching classes and resources.
• Clear career advancement opportunities.
• Continued education reimbursements.
• Relocation and travel opportunities.
• Referral bonuses for top talent.
• Business development bonuses.
• Monthly safety competitions with prizes.
• Annual competitions with prizes.
• Paid training and certification support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED