RT Assistant - Houston, TX

MISTRAS Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MISTRAS Group in the Greater Houston area seeks a dedicated RT Assistant to support Level II NDE technicians in our full-time program. This role focuses on safe, accurate radiographic testing and data collection in a busy field environment.

You will assist with setup, maintenance, documentation, and adhere to NRC, TWIC, and safety requirements while developing hands-on NDE experience. This entry-level position offers exposure to industrial radiography and growth within a supportive team at

Qualifications

• Must possess 40 Hour Radiation Safety Certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid TWIC Card
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Strong communication with clients and team
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Read and understand technical documents preferred
• Follow precise directions and adapt to schedule changes

Responsibilities

• Assist Level II NDE technicians with setting up and tearing down equipment
• Perform routine maintenance, calibrations, and upkeep of equipment and facilities
• Help with documentation and reporting of services
• Learn and follow company policies and procedures
• Operate radiographic equipment only under supervision and control of a radiographer
• Maintain secure, supervised access to radiographic areas
• Notify safety personnel in case of incidents and provide assistance as needed

Job description

Description

MISTRAS Group is seeking dedicated RT Assistants local to the Greater Houston area for full-time, nested positions.

POSITION SUMMARY

MISTRAS strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every MISTRAS employee plays a part in our Company’s success and making this a great place to work. We are committed to a work place where all employees are free to raise issues, concerns and questions for the improvement of our operations and work environment. Safety is the overriding priority in everything we do; all duties critical to safety, quality, and environmental protection are carried out in compliance with all requirements and with personal accountability.

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

• 40 Hour Radiation Safety Certification
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid TWIC Card.
• 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.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

Working Conditions:

• 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.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits employee to conduct investigations.
• Sufficient manual dexterity with or without reasonable accommodations, which permits the employee to perform routine office duties.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.
• Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver within a refinery or plant environment to include the ability to gain access to elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells.

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

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Mistras Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

MISTRAS strives to provide a positive work environment that values excellence in safety and quality, free from discrimination and harassment. Every MISTRAS employee plays a part in our Company’s success and making this a great place to work. We are committed to a work place where all employees are free to raise issues, concerns and questions for the improvement of our operations and work environment. Safety is the overriding priority in everything we do; all duties critical to safety, quality, and environmental protection are carried out in compliance with all requirements and with personal accountability.

Note to Applicants:

Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of the Company unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Note to 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 states worker's 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.

Mistras Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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