Operator Trainee Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

• UT Operator must successfully perform full body ultrasound inspection of material as needed. UT Operator shall ensure that safety, quality and efficiency department policy and procedures are being met
• Must have NDT Level II UT - On the Job Training Completed
  • Instruments Knowledge Required
    • Shearwave
    • Thickness gauge

• Must perform imperfection evaluation on OCTG products.
• All inspection functions as required to maximize productivity, efficiency, and quality. Such tasks include, but are not limited to, performing full length / end drifting, visual inspections, prove up and equipment set up and calibration.
• UT Operator may also perform administrative duties as required
• Must meet the Mag Particle or Liquid Penetrate Inspection

• Work according to the safety objectives, policy and procedures of your department.
• Demonstrate and communicate commitment to the safety and health program by providing a safe and healthy work environment.
• Interpret production work orders to ensure correct services are being performed.
• Perform equipment set up and calibrations (recording devices inclusive).
• Document set ups and inspection results.
• Organize and report results of all performed set-ups and inspections.
• Provide guidance and training for a UT Operator trainee.
• Ensure product quality.
• Communicating results to supervision and customers.
• Practice good housekeeping throughout entire work area.
• Any other function deemed necessary by supervision.
• Validate correct drift diameter and length, perform full length and end drift.
• Perform thread gage and visual thread inspection, both pin and box.
• Perform wet and dry magnetic particle inspection, prove up and evaluate imperfections.

• Starting pay of $27.55 per hour.
• Quarterly Incentive Bonus Plan.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, and Life Insurance.
• 401K plan with company matching.
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays.
• Daily overtime pay for hours worked beyond the standard shift.

• Minimum 1 year of experience in NDT Inspection.
• Certification requirements:
  • UT Level I & II
• Ability to interpret production work orders and ensure correct services are performed.
• Strong understanding of NDT equipment setup, calibration, and documentation practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an industrial environment.
• Successful completion of Visual Acuity and Color Perception examinations.

• Mag Particle Level I & II certification

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to work an industrial schedule, including overtime (rotating every 3 months or fixed 8-12 hour shift work, which will include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays). Can be asked to stay later into next shift if relief calls off.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to safety procedures/guidelines at all times.
• Capability to work with and around materials that may be hot, heavy, sharp, or involve hazardous chemicals.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor and lift in excess of 25 lbs.

• Work is performed in an industrial environment, which may involve exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and hazardous materials.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and is required at all times to ensure safety while performing job duties.

Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.
Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.
We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:

• Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies 2022, '23, '24
• Disability: IN's Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, '22, '23, '24
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Equality 100 Award 2020, '21, '22, '23-24, '25
• Military Times' Best for Vets: Employers 2023, '24

Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit www.ussteel.com/CANotice regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)