Maritime NDT Techs & Trainees - Seattle (Local or Relocate)

NDT.org; Kennewick (WA); On-site; Full time

Job description

ATS is seeking Maritime NDT Trainees and experienced Maritime NDT Techs to support our Seattle, WA office. Must be local to Seattle, WA or willing to relocate. This is a permanent position with a pay range of $28 to $35+ per hour based on experience and certification held.

Responsibilities

• Support customers and projects in the field while being trained in Maritime NDT-related work (NDT Trainee).
• Support customers and projects in the field while conducting NDT in most methods (Level II Tech).
• Collect, manage, and evaluate test data for accuracy and consistency.
• Maintain and report test results.
• Complete reports and documentation as required.
• Read technical documents and engineering specifications.
• Follow precise directions and procedures.
• Work safely and maintain a clean and safe work area per company policies.
• Adapt to an ever-changing schedule.
• Use computers for data entry.
• Work from heights, on scaffolding, ladders, elevated platforms, man‑baskets, and in confined spaces requiring crawling, stooping, or climbing.
• Work around operating equipment and industrial environments.
• Work with radiation and hazardous materials such as cleaners, penetrants, and film developing chemicals.
• Shifts up to 12 hours per day, up to 7 days per week, and travel for extended periods.
• Lift and carry 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• Formal NDT classroom hours (Entry Level).
• Level II certifications in VT, PT, MT, UT and/or RT.
• Pass a drug screen.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Passport and TWIC in hand or ability to obtain them promptly.
• Ability to relocate to or be local in Seattle, WA.

All Applicants Require The Following

• Learn and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Only U.S. Persons may apply due to ITAR restrictions.

Work Conditions

• Wear safety equipment as required by the safety department.
• Work from heights on scaffolding, ladders, elevated platforms, or man‑baskets.
• Work in confined spaces requiring crawling, stooping, and climbing.
• Work around operating equipment in industrial environments.
• Work with radiation and hazardous materials such as cleaners, penetrants, film developing chemicals.
• Shifts up to 12 hours per day, up to 7 days per week, and travel for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry 100 pounds.

Benefits

ATS offers excellent wages and advancement opportunities. Full‑time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation, personal time, and bonuses.

Equal Opportunity

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. ATS is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender status, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.