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Entry Level NDT Assistant

Lima, OH · On-site

$39K - $50K/yr

Record results of inspections * Assist performing NDT procedures, carrying equipment and other ... Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery ...

Entry Level NDT Assistant

Kuttawa, KY · On-site

$37K - $47K/yr

Record results of inspections * Assist performing NDT procedures, carrying equipment and other ... Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery ...

Entry Level NDT Assistant

Lima, OH · On-site

$39K - $50K/yr

Record results of inspections * Assist performing NDT procedures, carrying equipment and other ... Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery ...

Entry Level NDT Assistant

Kuttawa, KY · On-site

$37K - $47K/yr

Record results of inspections * Assist performing NDT procedures, carrying equipment and other ... Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery ...

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How much do entry level petroleum inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level petroleum inspector in the United States is $29.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $35.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Petroleum Inspector vs Petroleum Technician?

AspectEntry Level Petroleum InspectorPetroleum Technician
CertificationsBasic safety and inspection certificationsSafety certifications, possibly technical licenses
Work EnvironmentInspection sites, fieldwork, oil & gas facilitiesOperational sites, maintenance, testing environments
Industry UsageUsed for quality and safety inspections in oil & gasInvolved in equipment operation and maintenance

While both roles work within the oil and gas industry, the Entry Level Petroleum Inspector primarily focuses on safety and quality inspections, whereas Petroleum Technicians handle operational tasks and equipment maintenance. The inspector role emphasizes compliance and safety standards, making it ideal for those interested in oversight and regulation within the industry.

What jobs make $3,000 a month without a degree?

Entry-level petroleum inspectors can earn around $3,000 a month, especially with experience and certifications such as safety training and technical knowledge of inspection tools. Many inspection roles in the oil and gas industry offer competitive pay without requiring a college degree, focusing instead on skills and on-the-job training.
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Entry Level NDT Assistant

Entry Level NDT Assistant

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

Marietta, OH • On-site

$31K - $40K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Acuren rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 103 rated laboratories


Job description

Position Summary

Acuren is seeking Entry Level NDT Assistants for operations in Marietta, OH and surrounding areas. THIS WILL BE A CALLOUT POSITION.

NDT Assistants will assist in performing calibrations, Nondestructive Tests, and evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions and record results.

Responsibilities
  • Set up and utilize Nondestructive Test equipment
  • Assist Radiographers in the calibration of NDT equipment
  • Assist Radiographers to conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection
  • Record results of inspections
  • Assist performing NDT procedures, carrying equipment and other operations
  • Perform other job related tasks as assigned by management
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Some college preferred
  • Technical background desired
  • Must be able to have experience, credentials and history to be certified as Trustworthy & Reliable to comply with federal and state regulations, as determined by a thorough background check
  • Motor Vehicle Driving record must meet company standards to drive company vehicles
  • MUST BE ABLE TO PASS DRUG/ALCHOL AND BACKGROUND SCREENS PER CLIENT REQUIREMENTS. 
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
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. #LI-BE1

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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