qualified operator - non-destructive testing

Government of Canada; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Leduc, Alberta is seeking an experienced Nondestructive Testing Inspector to conduct inspections and ensure quality control. The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate, a Nondestructive Testing Certificate, and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. An attractive benefits package is included, along with travel expenses covered.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Transportation provided by employer

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of experience in nondestructive testing.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Basic security clearance and criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct liquid penetrant inspection.
• Interpret and document inspection results.
• Instruct and supervise trainees.
• Maintain inspection records.

Skills

Liquid penetrant inspection

Nondestructive testing

Visual inspection

Ultrasonic

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Nondestructive Testing Certificate

Tools

Testing equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

5 years or more

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work site environment

• Dangerous
• Cold/refrigerated
• Hot
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Urban area
• Rural area
• Various locations
• Remote location

Responsibilities

• Conduct liquid penetrant inspection
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect defects
• Interpret and document liquid penetrant inspection
• Prepare surface for liquid penetrant inspection
• Establish NDI techniques and calibration standards
• Calibrate, test and interpret ultrasonic equipment
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
• Instruct and supervise trainees
• Maintain test result reports
• Operate testing equipment to maintain quality of products
• Determine staffing requirements
• Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
• Verify equipment's efficiency
• Perform pre-operational inspection
• Inspect processes
• Conduct quality audits

Supervision

• 11-15 people
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials

• Nondestructive Testing Certificate

Experience and specialization

• Liquid penetrant
• Visual inspection
• Nondestructive testing
• Ultrasonic

Area of work experience

• Transportation - road/rail/marine

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel regularly
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co‑ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sound discrimination
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Large workload

Own tools/equipment

• Steel‑toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gasoline paid
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long‑term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Transportation provided by employer