NDT Assistant - Burlington Washington

MISTRAS Group; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MISTRAS Group is seeking an Assistant Radiographer/Radiographer Trainee in Burlington, WA to assist the Level II NDE Technician across designated NDT methods while gaining hands-on experience. This entry-level role requires travel to job sites and close supervision by licensed radiographers.

A 40-hour Radiation Safety Course is required, with IRRSP Card preferred. The position involves setting up and tearing down equipment, performing routine maintenance, and preparing service documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to respond to short-notice work assignments which may require overnight travel.
• Must communicate with clients, supervisors and co-workers.
• Must have a 40 hour Radiation Safety Course certificate.
• State Industrial Radiographer’s Card or IRRSP Card preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with setting up and tearing down of equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks and calibrations of equipment.
• Assist with proper documentation and reports of services provided.

Skills

Communication

Reading specs

Adaptability

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

40 hour Radiation Safety Course

IRRSP/Industrial Radiographer Card preferred

Job description

Pay rate: $23/hour The Assistant Technician will assist the Level II NDE Technician with the designated NDT method activities while gaining experience and knowledge.

Pay rate: $23/hour The Assistant Technician will assist the Level II NDE Technician with the designated NDT method activities while gaining experience and knowledge.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Assist technicians with setting up and tearing down of equipment
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks, calibrations, and overall upkeep of equipment and facilities.
• Assist with proper documentation and reports of services provided.
• Learn and abide by company policies and procedures.
• Those hired to perform work as an Assistant Radiographer or Radiographer Trainee are also responsible for the following:
• May only operate radiographic equipment under the direct visual watch and supervision of a radiographer or radiographic instructor.
• Maintain constant surveillance and immediate control of industrial radiographic equipment at all times while it is use.
• Secure industrial radiographic equipment from unauthorized removal at all times, when not tended under constant surveillance and immediate control.
• Prevent all unauthorized personnel from being within the restricted area boundaries while industrial radiographic equipment is in use.
• Provide the required notification to appropriate safety management personnel in the event of an incident, and to provide assistance as needed.
• Capable of being certified as trustworthy and reliable per NRC criteria.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and respond to short notice work assignments which requires occasional out of town and overnight travel.
• Must be able to communicate with clients, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Ability to read technical documents and engineering specifications is preferred.
• Proven ability to follow precise directions and procedures.
• Proven ability to adapt to an ever-changing schedule.
• The following requirements are also needed for individuals hired as an Assistant Radiographer or Radiographer Trainee:
• You must have a 40 hour Radiation Safety Course certificate of completion.
• State Industrial Radiographer’s Card or IRRSP Card preferred.

Essential Physical Functions

• Field duties require outdoor work in a plant environment.
• Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• May be at more than one job site on a daily basis and must be able to tolerate changes in climate.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Essential Physical Functions

• Ability to frequently lift and carry 50 pounds.

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

MISTRAS Group, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity. Employment decisions including initial hiring and all matters involving the terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to any protected class under applicable law. If hired, the employment relationship is “At-Will,” which means that employment can be terminated at any time, and for any reason, at the option of either the Company or the employee. Please direct questions about these policies to a MISTRAS Group, Inc. Human Resources representative.

By submitting & signing , I hereby understand and agree to the terms and conditions of employment as outlined above. I certify that the responses and information provided in this application (including any other supporting documentation such as a cover letter, resume, or transcript) are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that misrepresenting or omitting information requested is cause for dismissal at any time, without notice. I hereby give the Company permission to contact schools, previous employers (unless otherwise indicated), references, and others disclosed in my application.

Note To Applicants

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company. Employees may use designated smoking areas (if established) in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Rhode Island Applicants: The Company is subject to Chapters 29-38 of Title 28 of the General Laws of Rhode Island, and is therefore covered by the state’s workers’ compensation law.

Initial (if applicable): Massachusetts Applicants: I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Initial (if applicable): Maryland Applicants: I UNDERSTAND THAT UNDER MARYLAND LAW, AN EMPLOYER MAY NOT REQUIRE OR DEMAND, AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT, PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT, THAT ANY INDIVIDUAL SUBMIT TO OR TAKE A POLYGRAPH OR SIMILAR TEST. AN EMPLOYER WHO VIOLATES THIS LAW IS GUILTY OF A MISDEMEANOR AND SUBJECT TO A FINE NOT EXCEEDING $100.