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Press Assistant Trainee (Night Shift)

Richmond, VA

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

The Press Assistant is responsible for assisting the Press Operator in setting up and operating a Press to produce print on label rolls as well as being able to operate a press or die-cutter with ...

Reece Group

Management Trainee

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

Answer multi-line telephone system * Assist customers * Generate frequent progress reports on ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

Reece Group

Waterworks Trainee

Richmond, VA · On-site

Answer multi-line telephone system * Assist customers * Generate frequent progress reports on ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

Reece Group

Waterworks Trainee

Richmond, VA

Answer multi-line telephone system * Assist customers * Generate frequent progress reports on ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

Reece Group

Management Trainee

Fredericksburg, VA

Answer multi-line telephone system * Assist customers * Generate frequent progress reports on ... Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance ...

McDonald's

Manager Trainee

Blackstone, VA · On-site

$16/hr

Support food safety, quality, and cleanliness routines * Assist with cash management, inventory ... Franchisee Notice This position is with a restaurant owned and operated by an independent ...

McDonald's

Manager Trainee

South Boston, VA · On-site

$16/hr

Support food safety, quality, and cleanliness routines * Assist with cash management, inventory ... Franchisee Notice This position is with a restaurant owned and operated by an independent ...

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AspectOperator Assistant TraineeOperator Assistant
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience preferred
Work EnvironmentTraining phase, supervised, safety-focusedFull-time, operational, hands-on
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, manufacturing, transportationUtilities, manufacturing, transportation

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NDT Level II Techs & NDT Assistants/Trainees - Rockville/Richmond, VA (51633)

NDT Level II Techs & NDT Assistants/Trainees - Rockville/Richmond, VA (51633)

APPLIED TECHNICAL SERVICES

Rockville, VA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Applied Technical Services rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

313th of 352 rated engineering

Job description

Description
Applied Technical Services, LLC ("ATS" or the "Company") is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.
Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.
Summary: ATS is seeking NDT Level II Techs & NDT Assistants/Trainees to support our Rockville/Richmond, VA office.
Responsibilities/Duties: NDT Assistants/Trainees
  • Perform tasks as directed in order to prepare components or equipment for inspections.
  • Work alongside certified technicians to help complete projects and learn activities.
  • Interface with personnel to determine scope of work and work priorities in order to meet customer expectations.
  • Help clean and organize equipment before, during, and at the completion of projects.
  • Document on job training experience as assigned by management.
  • Perform other job related tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Responsibilities/Duties: NDT Level II Technicians
  • Perform examinations of materials in accordance with procedures, codes, standards, and specifications.
  • Be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the methods for which qualified and exercise assigned responsibility for OJT and guidance of trainees
  • Interface with department managers and clients to determine scope of work and work priorities in order to meet customer expectations.
  • Be able to prepare written instructions and to organize and report the results of examinations.
  • Work independently and support team members Perform other job related tasks as needed and assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications
Minimum: Requirements/Qualifications:
  • NDT Assistants/Trainees High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent; math and print reading skills; ability to used computers for data entry and report writing; Applicants with documented prior NDT classroom training or OJT preferred.
  • NDT Level II Technicians Meet the minimum requirements of an NDT Assistant/Trainee; provide documentation of education, training, and experience in the applicable NDT method(s); have a working knowledge of industrial environments and general manufacturing processes; ability to effectively communicate with other departments, and customers to report issues and solve problems.

All applicants require the following:
  • Ability to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills written and verbal.
  • Applicants must pass a drug screen and have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
  • U.S. Persons Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Accordingly, the company will consider only U.S. Persons for this position. A U.S. Person includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., green card holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

Work Conditions:
  • Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
  • Work from heights on scaffolding, ladders, elevated platforms, man-baskets, etc.
  • Work in confined spaces which will require crawling, stooping, climbing, etc.
  • Work in around operating equipment and industrial environments.
  • Work with radiation and hazardous materials such as cleaners, penetrants, film developing chemicals, etc.
  • Work shifts up to 12 hours/day and 7 days/week and travel for extended periods of time
  • Ability to lift and carry 100 pounds.

Benefits: ATS offers excellent wages and advancement opportunities. ATS full-time employee benefits include: medical, dental, vision, 401k, vacation, personal time, and bonuses.
EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled
ATS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

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