Infrared Thermographer Tech

Acuren; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and 
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401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Acuren is seeking an Infrared Technician in the Houston area to set up and calibrate NDT equipment, perform infrared inspections, and report findings for clients on-site.

Ideal candidates hold a Level II in NDT/thermography, with strong report writing, communication skills, and the ability to travel regularly in the Houston region. Familiarity with FLIR software and MS Office is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Some college preferred.
• Certified Level II in NDT/infrared thermography.
• Thermography certification from accredited institution.
• Knowledge of NDT equipment and procedures.
• Experience in writing inspection reports.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Proficient with FLIR software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to detect defects using NDT methods.
• Analyze thermal images to identify anomalies.
• Prepare inspection reports using company templates.
• Represent the company as on-site customer contact.
• Travel regularly, mainly in the Houston area.
• May instruct and supervise others.

Skills

IR thermography

NDT methods

Report writing

Communication skills

On-site customer contact

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Some college

Thermography certification

Tools

FLIR Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

NDT equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Acuren is currently recruiting for an Infrared Technician.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results
• Organize and report test results
• Perform specialized inspections
• May instruct and supervise others
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by management

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some college preferred
• Certified Level II
• Technical background in NDT methods and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret results of inspections
• Knowledge of NDT equipment
• Experience in report writing
• Perform infrared thermographic inspections of fired equipment, electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and/or roofing at commercial and industrial job sites.
• Analyze thermal images to identify anomalies or potential failures
• Prepare detailed inspection reports using company templates, clearly document findings and communicate with fellow team members and relay that to the client.
• Represent the company professionally on-site as the primary customer contact.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and customer personnel to ensure clarity and accuracy of inspection results
• Complete reporting duties in a timely manner. Clean driving record and TWIC.

• Level II preferred with refinery experience or seasoned Level I able to achieve Level II within 3 months.
• Thermography certification from accredited institution.
• Excellent communication skills with individuals at all levels.
• Solid computer skills, especially with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and FLIR Software.
• Strong time management, organization, and attention to detail.

Willing and able to travel regularly but mostly in the Houston surrounding area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward:be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders.Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.