NDT - Level I Trainee/Assistant

PROtect, LLC

Orlando (FL)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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PTO

401K with up to 4% Match

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Job summary

PROtect, LLC is seeking an NDT Assistant to support certified technicians in inspecting pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel. You will travel to job sites, help set up X-ray and other NDT equipment, and assist with readings under supervision.

This entry‑level role emphasizes safety, physical endurance, and learning advanced nondestructive testing methods, with opportunities for career growth and certifications.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds and work on uneven terrain.
Must meet weight restrictions for safety harness use.

Responsibilities

Assist in setup and use of NDT equipment for inspections.
Assist with NDT tests such as radiography, ultrasonic, penetrant, and visual checks.
Assist technicians by loading/calibrating equipment and taking readings.
Identify defects under supervision and document results.
Operate company vehicles and maintain safe driving record.
Receive training on tasks from Lead Technicians and follow safety rules.
Support on-site preparation, testing, and post‑inspection cleanup.

Skills

Mechanical

Safety

Flexible schedule

Physical demands

Professional appearance

Customer service

Team work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Summary

As an NDT Assistant, you’re helping to ensure critical infrastructure—like pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel—is safe and reliable. You’ll work closely with certified NDT Technicians to inspect materials using methods like X-ray, ultrasound, and dye testing, all without causing damage to the materials themselves.

What Your Day Looks Like

Travel to the job site, sometimes early or overnight—could be a plant, pipeline, or industrial facility.
Set up and prep equipment for inspection (help assemble X-ray units, lay cables, clean welds, etc.).
Assist with inspections, taking readings, holding sensors, or applying test materials under a technician’s guidance.
Follow strict safety procedures, especially when dealing with radiation, heights, or confined spaces.
Tear down and document test results or help with post‑inspection clean‑up.

You’ll work outdoors or in industrial environments, often on your feet for long hours. The work can be physically demanding, but it’s highly respected and critical to public and environmental safety.

Why It’s More Than Just a Job

This role is your entry point into a high‑paying, high‑demand career path. With time, training, and certification, you can advance to:

Level II or III NDT Technician
Specialist in ultrasonic, radiographic, or magnetic particle testing
Team Lead or Regional Inspector
Project Manager or QA/QC roles

PROtect supports your growth with:

Paid training and certification support
Travel and relocation opportunities
Career stability in a growing industry

Essential Functions

Assist in the setup and to utilize 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 the 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 safe driving record.
Train on experienced tasks and learn new tasks from Lead Technicians.
Follow instructions to ensure safety of entire team.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Mechanical – Basic mechanical knowledge.
Safety – Knowledge of, and willingness to follow, applicable safety regulations, policies and procedures. Apply these 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 of time, up to 16‑hour days. Able to respond to call‑outs on short notice and to stay on site, including long distance travel for extended periods of time.
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. 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 to ensure their safety when utilizing safety harnesses.
Professional Appearance and Conduct – Dress appropriately for the assignment and maintain good hygiene.
Customer Service – Interact professionally with customers. Punctual arrival to assignments.
Team Work – able to work effectively as part of a team and to follow specific instructions.