ATDM Nondestructive Testing Lab Technician - 1st Shift

Overview

Job Location:

The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
- Danville, VA 24540

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage:
Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category:
Education

Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 sign-on bonus available to eligible new hires for the ATDM Precision Manufacturing Technician – CNC Machining role: $500 after 30 days and $500 after 90 days of continuous employment. Subject to taxes.

This position requires eligibility to access controlled unclassified and other regulated technical information in accordance with applicable federal requirements. This role is not eligible for remote work and will be based onsite in Danville, Virginia.

• $27.00 – $28 per hour (with shift differentials where applicable)
• Retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with employer match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and paid family leave
• Paid holidays including a two-week paid winter break
• Health insurance options including PPO and HSA plans with dental coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance

This position works a first-shift schedule designed to support advanced manufacturing operations. You may be expected to work other shifts as business needs determine.

• Monday
  - Friday
• 6:30 am – 3:30 pm

You will play a critical support role in delivering high-quality hands-on instruction for the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program. By supporting instructors and students in the Nondestructive Testing (NDT) lab, you will help ensure labs are safe, well-equipped, and ready for instruction in a fast-paced, accelerated training environment.

• Support NDT instructors during lab-based instruction for the ATDM program
• Assist students in the lab with proper use of equipment, materials, and processes
• Prepare labs for instruction, including setup and teardown
• Maintain inventory of materials, tools, and equipment
• Monitor and restock consumables as needed
• Follow and reinforce shop safety and radiation safety practices
• Provide general operational and logistical support for the ATDM program
• Travel occasionally, as required

Lab instruction includes the following NDT methods:
Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Visual & Optical Testing (VT).

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Knowledge of shop safety practices
• Technical math skills, including trigonometry
• Working knowledge of NDT methods: VT, MT, PT, RT, UT;
  Radiation safety
• Microsoft Office and general computer skills
• Comfort using technology in an instructional or training environment and a willingness to learn new tools

IALR offers unique career opportunities within an innovative environment focused on advancing workforce development and supporting the economic transformation of Southern Virginia. Employees are part of collaborative, mission-driven teams making a direct impact on talent development for the defense industrial base.

• Onsite work in Danville, Virginia
• Ability to work first, second, or third shift schedules:
  First shift begins at 7:00 a.m.;
  Second shift begins at 3:00 p.m.;
  Third shift begins at 11:00 p.m.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Work performed in a laboratory and shop environment with adherence to safety protocols

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.