non-destructive tester

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• Wet / damp

Work setting

• Urban area

Tasks

• Conduct liquid penetrant inspection
• Interpret and document liquid penetrant inspection
• Interpret conductivity meters and visual indicators
• Establish NDI techniques and calibration standards
• Set up and operate radiographic equipment
• Set up, calibrate, operate and interpret magnetic particle, eddy current, liquid penetrant, acoustic emission, and infrared thermographic equipment
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
• Instruct and supervise trainees
• Maintain test result reports

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Nondestructive Testing Certificate

Testing equipment and methods

• Radiographic
• Liquid penetrant
• Magnetic particle
• Visual inspection
• Nondestructive testing
• Ultrasonic

Area of work experience

• Construction
• Metal processing
• Petrochemicals
• Shipbuilding

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools / equipment

• Safety equipment / gear
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Health benefits

• Health care plan