NDT Technician

Russell Tobin; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 65,367; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled DME Inspector to ensure the safety and efficiency of operations. This role involves inspecting, maintaining, and rebuilding Discharge Manifold Equipment while adhering to rigorous standards. The ideal candidate will possess ASNT II certifications and have extensive experience in non-destructive testing methods. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to high-quality operations and safety assurance in a fast-paced environment. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about quality, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in oilfield operations with inspection experience.
• Must hold ASNT II certifications for various NDT methods.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain Discharge Manifold Equipment (DME).
• Perform re-qualification inspections per standards.

Skills

Visual Inspection

Ultrasonic Testing

Magnetic Particle Testing

Attention to Detail

Technical Reporting

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

API Standards

ASME Standards

Job description

This range is provided by Russell Tobin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$40.00/hr - $47.45/hr

Pay range: $40 – 47.45/hour on W2 (depending on experience/interview)

Job Type: 1 year Contract role with the possibility to convert to FTE

Shift: 1st Shift

Job Description

Under general supervision of the DME Coordinator, this role is to inspect, maintain, and rebuild a variety of Discharge Manifold Equipment (DME). Responsible for ensuring duties are performed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner as per DME standards and guidelines.

The candidate would need to have ASNT II (or Equivalent) Visual (VT), Ultrasonic wall thickness (UT) & Magnetic Particle Inspections (MT) as well as a high pressure hydrostatic Test (PT). These disciplines are knowledge-based and require hours performed as per ASNT standards.

The candidate would have completed all the necessary hours in each discipline and be deemed as competent in each aspect of the Non-Destructive testing criteria. Such as, UT (Limited Qualification) 40 hrs., PT 280 hrs., VT 140 hrs., MT 210 hrs., with a minimum 520 hrs. in NDT.

A level III DME Inspector can inspect without supervision to ASNT II Standards (or Equivalent) and can sign off on the final QA/QC; moreover, act as the senior Inspector on location who would also issue and sign off on final qualification certificates.

Performs DME re-qualification inspections in accordance to meet Halliburton, customers' and government entities' standards. Performs own work and Mentors DME Techs I, II & III, and DME Inspector I & II as directed. Also required to have a good understanding of document & record control and be deemed competent in the same; specifically, must be analytical in their approach. This role requires a very high level of attention to detail.

A Secondary/High School diploma is required. A Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in oilfield operations including at least 5 years’ experience in the inspection of Discharge Manifold Equipment to ASNT II (or Equivalent), moreover, must hold current qualification to ASNT II (or Equivalent) for UT, MT, VT and PT.

Top Skills

• Perform visual and nondestructive examination on stationary equipment in accordance with the API and ASME standards.
• Provide client with technical recommendations for the repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of plant equipment.
• Inspector must have the ability to follow and draw isometric drawings and ability to circutize plant’s piping.

Additional Skills

• Foster a culture of safety and quality assurance.
• Prepare technically accurate reports documenting equipment condition and data in a clear and timely manner.
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Required Certifications

• API 510/570 and API 653 Certification.
• Minimum of 5 years experience and 2+ years onsite chemical plant experience preferred.
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• API 510/570 and API 653 Certification.
• In-depth working knowledge of API 510/570 and ASME standards.
• Level II certifications in NDT methods (MT/PT/UTT) would be considered an asset.