About the Role: The NDT Field Technician (Assistant) plays a crucial role in supporting the inspection and evaluation of materials, components, and structures to ensure their integrity and safety. This position involves assisting senior technicians in performing non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, radiographic, and visual inspections in various field environments. The primary goal is to help identify defects or irregularities without causing damage, thereby contributing to the prevention of failures and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The role requires working closely with a team to prepare equipment, collect accurate data, and document findings thoroughly. Ultimately, the NDT Field Technician (Assistant) helps maintain high safety and quality standards across projects in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and energy. Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Basic understanding of non-destructive testing principles and methods. • Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety procedures. • Physical ability to work in various outdoor and industrial environments, including climbing and lifting. • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites. Preferred Qualifications: • Completion of an NDT Level I certification or equivalent training. • Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or construction environments. • Familiarity with NDT equipment calibration and maintenance. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. • Basic computer skills for data entry and report preparation. Responsibilities: • Assist in setting up and calibrating NDT equipment at job sites according to established procedures. • Support senior technicians in conducting various NDT inspections including ultrasonic, magnetic particle, dye penetrant, and visual testing. • Collect and record inspection data accurately, ensuring all findings are documented clearly for analysis and reporting. • Maintain and clean NDT tools and equipment to ensure they are in proper working condition. • Follow safety protocols and industry standards to ensure a safe working environment during all inspection activities. • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to report progress, issues, and inspection results. • Travel to various field locations across the United States as required to support inspection projects. Skills: The required skills enable the technician to assist effectively in performing accurate and reliable inspections by understanding and applying fundamental NDT techniques. Attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols are critical to ensure inspections are conducted without risk to personnel or equipment. Physical stamina and dexterity are necessary to operate equipment and navigate challenging field environments safely. Preferred skills such as certification and experience enhance the technician’s ability to contribute more independently and troubleshoot equipment issues. Communication and basic computer skills facilitate clear documentation and collaboration with the inspection team, ensuring that data collected is precise and actionable. Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods of time. • Ability to work at heights, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and structures as required. • Ability to work in confined spaces and varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and uneven terrain. • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, harnesses, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed boots. • Sufficient vision (with or without corrective lenses) to perform visual inspections and read gauges, instruments, and documentation. • Ability to maintain alertness and focus in safety-sensitive environments, including while working around heavy equipment and active job sites. • Ability to safely operate or ride in company vehicles for extended periods of travel.