Technician 1 NDT

Socket.dev; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

American Engineering Testing (AET) seeks an NDT Technician 1 to support nondestructive testing across structural steel, manufacturing, and power sectors. The role combines field and occasional office work, performing MT/PT/UT/RT/VT exams, documenting results, and maintaining certifications in line with AWS/ASME/ASTM standards.

The position emphasizes safety, client interaction, and collaboration with the NDT team to deliver accurate testing services and proposals, with a competitive hourly rate

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; DOT rules if applicable.
• ASNT-TC-1A progression toward UT, MT, PT, RT eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform MT, PT, UT, RT, and VT examinations and interpret results.
• Maintain certifications and calibrations for NDT procedures and equipment.
• Coordinate field projects with NDT manager and prepare proposals, schedules, and reports.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Non-Destructive Testing Technology

Job description

About Us

At American Engineering Testing (AET), we believe that people are the heart of innovation. We create an environment that values teamwork, curiosity, and continuous improvement while delivering innovative engineering and consulting solutions. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we deliver comprehensive testing, analysis, and design to reduce uncertainty in construction projects and offer rewarding work, exceptional training, and career development opportunities.

Job Summary

TheNDT Technician 1 will provide technical expertise to a variety of nondestructive testing industries. These industries include structural steel, manufacturing, machining, power generation, and petro-chemical. The services provided by the NDT Department are performed to the standards of industry including AWS, ASME, ASTM, API, AISC, and UBC as well as state laws governing professional services. All services will be performed in accordance with AST’s QA/QC procedures. The NDT Technician will have an important role in developing the expertise and efficiency of the NDT department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Perform MT, PT, UT, RT, and VT examinations. Interpret results and prepare reports documenting results.
• Maintain certification in MT, PT, UT, RT, and VT inspection techniques.
• Maintain current procedures and equipment calibrations for the NDT department.
• Maintain client contact for ongoing projects and interface with the NDT manager to prepare proposals, schedule laboratory and field testing activities.
• Assist coordination of full-time and intermittent field projects by AET personnel, including reporting and invoicing.
• Maintain client contact for ongoing projects and interface with the NDT manager to prepare proposals, schedule laboratory and field testing activities.
• Assist in the promotion and marketing of AET and the NDT department.
• Training to obtain and maintain certifications. Stay abreast with current NDT technologies utilized by AET.
• Conduct field, laboratory and office activities in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, along with AET’s QA andHealth and Safety Policies, to promote the safety and protection of employees, clients and the public.
• Ability to interact successfully with a wide variety of people, work effectively within project teams, resolve issues and problems in a constructive manner, and work independently in the field.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Some positions may require use of personal vehicle for company business. Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position. Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position.
• Ability to meet the requirements for Assistant Radiographer and be working toward ASNT-TC-1A for UT, MT, PT, and RT methods.

Preferred Skills

• Associate Degree in Non-Destructive Testing Technology or Welding Certification.

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $25.00 – $30.00 per hour based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Work Environment

This role is a blend of field and occasional office environments. You will spend significant time outdoors at various project sites, facing diverse weather conditions and physically demanding tasks. Flexibility and resilience in a dynamic environment are essential.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally move 50-70 pounds.
• Stand up to 80% of the day (often on uneven surfaces).
• Move up to 80% of the day, with frequent climbing, bending and stooping.
• Occasionally work in confined spaces.
• Occasionally work at elevations up to 200 feet, using proper safety equipment as necessary.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Third Party Disclosure

Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET’s Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.