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NDT Technician

SUMMARY

Industrial X-ray Operator, 

Interprets the radiographs of metal castings and wax patterns and inspects films for flaws, cracks, or presence of foreign materials by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Industrial X-ray Operator

• Interprets radiographs to customer specifications and established standards.
• Monitors working area to protect personnel.  Performs daily equipment preparation and radiation safety inspections.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Industrial X-ray Operator

• Current X-Ray Level I Certification required.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent in life experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in quality inspection required.
• Aerospace industry experience required.
• Casting experience strongly preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified or willing to be certified to NAS 410 Level I PT inspector.

Additional method certifications desired but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret documents such as simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Apply concepts of basic arithmetic and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Industrial X-ray Operator

• Must have completed or be willing and able to complete 40 hours minimum organized training plus 600 hours minimum work experience in industrial radiography. 
• Successful completion of three qualification examinations with a minimum average score of 80% as required by industry standards NAS-410 and SNT-TC-1A. (This allows achievement of Level II Certification).

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

Industrial X-ray Operator

• Must pass near vision-JAEGER Type No. 1 test and Color Perception test. 
• Must be able to maintain certification with periodic testing per industry standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move up to 100 pounds with the assistance of hoists or equipment designed for that purpose or with the assistance of other personnel as needed. Specific vision abilities required by this job are defined by NADCAP and include close vision, the ability to distinguish between colors, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Industrial X-ray Operator

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical equipment.
• The employee is exposed to risk of radiation; however, actual exposure potential is highly unlikely. 
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.