Apprentice Inspector

About the Role

As an NDT Assistant, you will help ensure the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure, including pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel. You will work closely with certified NDT Technicians to inspect materials using methods such as X-ray, ultrasound, and dye testing, without causing damage to the materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites, which may include plants, pipelines, or industrial facilities, sometimes requiring early or overnight work.
• Set up and prepare inspection equipment, including assembling X-ray units, laying cables, and cleaning welds.
• Assist with inspections by taking readings, holding sensors, or applying test materials under technician guidance.
• Follow strict safety procedures, particularly when working with radiation, at heights, or in confined spaces.
• Dismantle equipment, document test results, and assist with post-inspection clean-up.
• Work outdoors or in industrial environments, often standing for extended periods.
• The role can be physically demanding but is critical to public and environmental safety.
• Assist in the setup and utilization of equipment for non-destructive testing of components and materials in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures.
• Assist in the process of performing non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections, such as gamma radiography, x-ray radiography, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing, and visual inspections.
• Assist in NDT examination techniques.
• Select, prepare, load, calibrate, or operate equipment used in the non-destructive testing of products or materials.
• Assist in the identification of 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 to ensure the safety of the entire team.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Mechanical - Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Safety - Knowledge of and willingness to follow applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Apply safety standards in the work environment and look out for other crew members.
• Able to Work a Demanding and Flexible Schedule - Strong work ethic required. Able to work long periods, up to 16-hour days. Able to respond to call-outs on short notice and stay on site, including long-distance travel for extended periods.
• Physical Demands - Able to frequently lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds on loose, rough, or uneven terrain. Able to occasionally exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 150 pounds with assistance. This includes climbing and working at heights, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, standing for long periods, walking, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, working in confined spaces, working in extreme cold and heat, visual acuity, working near hazards including moving mechanical parts, working near electrical components, and exposures to chemicals. Applicants must meet weight restrictions for safety harness use.
• Professional Appearance and Conduct - Dress appropriately for assignments and maintain good hygiene.
• Customer Service - Interact professionally with customers. Arrive at assignments punctually.
• Team Work - Able to work effectively as part of a team and follow specific instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Insurability through PROtect, LLC. insurance carrier.
• State Card/Trainer Preferred
• TWIC card preferred
• Prefer some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience.