NDT Level II Technician: Radiography & Testing Lead

Xcel Ndt; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

XCEL NDT, LLC. in Kingsport, TN seeks an NDE Level II Technician to calibrate equipment and perform nondestructive testing for acceptance decisions. You will interpret radiographs and readouts, document results, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.

The role requires Level II certifications (RT with OJT and state card) plus MT/PT/UTT qualifications, a strong safety mindset, and ability to train junior staff when needed.

Qualifications

• NDT Level II RT with OJT and state card.
• NDT Level II MT, PT, UTT Required.
• Technical background in NDT methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities 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.
• Interpret radiographs, cathode ray tube (CRT) or digital readouts, conductivity meters and visual indicators.
• Organize and report test results.
• Perform specialized inspections.
• May instruct and supervise others.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by management

Skills

Strong work ethic

Safety awareness

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Follow directions and procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Adaptability to changing schedules

Education

NDT Level II RT with OJT and state card

NDT Level II MT

NDT Level II PT

NDT Level II UTT

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

NDT equipment

Job description

XCEL NDT, LLC. in Kingsport, TN seeks an NDE Level II Technician to calibrate equipment and perform nondestructive testing for acceptance decisions. You will interpret radiographs and readouts, document results, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.

The role requires Level II certifications (RT with OJT and state card) plus MT/PT/UTT qualifications, a strong safety mindset, and ability to train junior staff when needed.