Temporary RT Assistants with State or IRRSP Card - 2026 Fall Turnaround Work

Acuren; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuren Inspection is seeking temporary RT Assistants with State or IRRSP card for turnaround work. This role supports our U.S.

Workforce Deployment Team across customer sites nationwide, with assignments varying in duration based on project needs. The RT Assistant (Radiographer Assistant) helps Radiographers with setup and operation of radiographic testing equipment while maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have 40-hour radiation safety training and be able to ensure compliance with safety policies.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic understanding of industrial radiography and radiation safety principles.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions under supervision.
• Strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Valid driver's license may be required for field work.

Responsibilities

• Assist Radiographers with setup and execution of industrial radiographic testing activities.
• Support safe handling, setup, transportation, and storage of radiographic equipment.
• Maintain radiation-controlled areas, barricades, and warning devices as directed.
• Assist with radiation surveys and monitoring activities per procedures and regulations.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain documentation and logs.
• Position equipment and components for testing; prepare work areas before and after testing.
• Perform pre-use inspections and report damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Maintain dosimetry and radiation monitoring devices as assigned.
• Collaborate with Radiographers, NDT technicians, and site personnel; participate in safety meetings.
• Adhere to codes, standards, procedures, and customer specifications; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

40-Hour Radiation Safety Training

High school diploma or GED

Basic understanding of industrial radiography and radiation safety principles

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Safety commitment

Valid driver's license (may be required)

Job description

Position Summary

Acuren Inspection is currently looking for temporary RT Assistants with State or IRRSP card for turnaround work.

This position is part of our U.S. Workforce Deployment Team, which supports customer turnaround, outage, and project staffing needs across the country. Assignments vary in duration based on project requirements and business demand.

Responsibilities

The RT Assistant (Radiographer Assistant) supports certified Radiographers in performing industrial radiographic testing (RT) activities in accordance with company procedures, customer requirements, and applicable federal and state radiation safety regulations.

This position assists with the setup, operation support, transportation, and breakdown of radiographic testing equipment while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The RT Assistant works under the direct supervision of qualified Radiographers and may support work at customer facilities, industrial sites, fabrication shops, refineries, petrochemical facilities, pipelines, and other field locations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Radiographers with the setup and execution of industrial radiographic testing activities.
• Support the safe handling, setup, transportation, and storage of radiographic equipment and associated materials.
• Establish and maintain radiation-controlled areas, barricades, boundaries, and warning devices as directed.
• Assist with radiation surveys and monitoring activities in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain awareness of radiation safety requirements and follow all applicable safety procedures at all times.
• Assist with positioning radiographic equipment, film/digital imaging components, identification markers, and other testing materials.
• Support the Radiographer in preparing equipment and work areas before and after testing activities.
• Perform pre-use inspections of assigned equipment and immediately report damaged, defective, or unsafe equipment.
• Maintain required radiation monitoring devices and personal dosimetry as assigned.
• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with maintaining required documentation, equipment logs, and field records.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Work effectively with Radiographers, NDT technicians, operations personnel, customers, and other team members.
• Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs/JHAs), pre-job briefings, and other required safety activities.
• Perform work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, procedures, and customer specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 40-Hour Radiation Safety Training certification required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Basic understanding of industrial radiography and radiation safety principles.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work under the direct supervision of a qualified Radiographer.
• Strong commitment to safety and compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in industrial and field environments.
• Ability to maintain required radiation safety documentation and personal monitoring devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and customers.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record may be required.
• Ability to successfully complete company and customer-required background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and site-specific requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an RT Assistant or in an industrial NDT environment.
• Experience working in refinery, petrochemical, pipeline, fabrication, power generation, or other industrial environments.
• Current safety certifications such as TWIC, OSHA, H2S, or site-specific training are a plus.
• Interest in developing a career in Nondestructive Testing (NDT) and progressing toward Radiographer/RT Level II qualification.

Benefits

• This position offers the opportunity to work on turnaround, outage, and project assignments at customer sites across the U.S.
• Employees are hired on a temporary, casual basis to support specific business needs.
• As a casual employee, this position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, paid holidays, or paid time off (PTO).

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights when required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and work in varying weather conditions for extended periods.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection when required.

Work Environment

• Industrial facilities, refineries, petrochemical plants, manufacturing facilities, power plants, pipelines, and customer job sites.
• Day, night, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required.
• Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward:be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders.Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

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