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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.

NDT / Inspector Trainee

Paid Training | Technical Career Path |Tempe, Arizona

Looking for a technical career with advancement opportunities, professional certifications, and long-term stability?

Phoenix National Labs (PNL) part of the ATS Family of Companies is hiring motivated individuals to become Special Inspectors supporting some of Arizona's most significant construction and manufacturing projects.  No inspection experience is required. We will train the right candidates.  If you have formal training in NDT and have a reason to be in Tempe, AZ, we’d also like to speak with you.

Ideal Candidates

We are seeking individuals who are:

• Mechanically inclined
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors
• Willing to travel throughout Arizona
• Strong communicators and problem solvers
• Detail-oriented and dependable
• Interested in a technical career path

Preferred Backgrounds

• Candidates with two or more years of technical, engineering, science, or construction-related education are highly encouraged to apply.
• Candidates that have completed recognized formal NDT training.

• Military Veterans, Transitioning Service Members
• Engineering Students or Graduates
• Construction Management Students
• Aviation Maintenance Technicians
• Welding and Fabrication Graduates
• Manufacturing Technology Programs
• Industrial Maintenance Personnel

Career Development Program

We invest heavily in our team and provide a structured path for advancement.

What We Offer

• Paid Training
• Certification Reimbursement
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation
• Health Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Program
• Stable, Long-Term Employment

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Military experience in maintenance, engineering, aviation, quality assurance, logistics, construction, or technical operations translates exceptionally well into the Special Inspection profession.

Join a company that will invest in your future and provide a clear path from trainee to highly respected technical professional.

Start your inspection career with PNL today.

Minimum: Requirements/Qualifications for candidates with formal NDT classroom hours:

• 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 Level II; 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:

• 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.
• Ability to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills written and verbal.
• Conflict management and resolution.
• Applicants must pass a drug screen and have a valid driver’s 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.