NDT Trainee

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance (Basic)

Supplemental Life Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid Time Off

Holidays & Floating Holidays

Job summary

Valence Surface Technologies, LLC is hiring an NDT trainee for 2nd shift (12:00 pm–8:30 pm) and 3rd shift (9:00 pm–5:00 am) in Seattle, WA. The position focuses on formal training in an NDT method under direct supervision and requires high school/GED and 1–2 years’ experience.

Candidates should be prepared to train on multiple shifts as needed and participate in a structured program. Responsibilities include hands-on learning under Level 2/3 guidance, no independent testing or decisions, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years experience; prior NDT experience encouraged.
• Relocation not provided; local applicants preferred.
• Must train in other shifts before scheduled shift.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trainee in a stated NDT method.
• Gain hands-on experience under Level 2/3 supervision.
• Passively observe tests; no independent decisions or testing.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Communication

Customer Oriented

Detail Oriented

Ethical

Honesty/Integrity

Initiative

Motivation

Patience

Reliability

Safety Awareness

Time Management

Self Motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NDT Training Tools

Job description

Schedule: 2nd Shift (12:00 pm - 8:30 pm Monday - Friday), 3rd Shift (9;00 pm - 5:00 am Sunday - Thursday) - Shift availability is determined by business needs and may change.

Job Summary:

• Shall be documented as a trainee and be actively participating in a training program for a stated NDT method for a limited and specified period of time as shown above.
• Shall obtained experience under the direct observation of a Level 2 or Level 3 in the same method.
• Shall obtained experience under the direct observation of a level 1 or instructor only when approved by the Responsible Level 3.
• Shall not make accept or reject decisions.
• Shall not independently conduct tests.
• Shall not independently perform any other NDT functions.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication/Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task,
• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Honesty/Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Initiative - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform or reach a goal.
• Motivation - Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadline.
• Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of ones ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

Requirements:

• Education: High school or General Education Degree (GED) Required.
• Experience: 1-2 years.
• Candidates with prior NDT experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Preference will be given to local applicants, as relocation assistance is not provided.
• Must be able to train in other shifts before going to scheduled shift.
• Compensation Range $21.30 + Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Basic Life, Supplemental Life Insurance, 401k with a 3% Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off program
• 8 Holidays and 2 Floater Holiday
• Join a great company with opportunities for growth!

Temperatures in the work environment can fluctuate with outside weather conditions. Due to the manufacturing environment, Personal Protection Equipment may be required including safety glasses, goggles, aprons, rubber boots, gloves, and a respirator (provided by Company).

Valence Surface Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Additionally, Valence Surface Technologies participates in the E-Verify program to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.

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