NDT Inspector - Advanced

Overview

This position is for 1st Shift working Monday through Thursday from 5:00am to 3:00pm. Salary ranges from $40.66 to $44.91 per hour depending on experience.

• Test and evaluate products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications, with absolute integrity.
• Make decisions in the area of codes (including AWS D1.1) and specifications.
• Interpret NDT reports and accept or reject quality acceptance.
• Mentor Entry and Intermediate level NDT Inspectors, monitoring and documenting OJT progress.
• Perform metallurgical testing, including weld coupon testing, positive material identification, and macro examination of weldments.
• Obtain and maintain advanced inspection certifications (e.g., AMPP (NACE), CIP or Phased Array UT) if required.
• Reject material, stop work in process, etc., to minimize financial loss and customer dissatisfaction.
• Work under production conditions, achieving accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits.
• Maintain essential tools and equipment, including calibration.
• Participate in department safety, demonstrating excellent safety practices that conform to Valmont safety policies.
• Maintain timely and consistent attendance.
• Report to the Quality Engineer; no direct reports.

• A high awareness for safety at all times.
• High School diploma and 7+ years of work/educational experience, or
  • Associate’s Degree with 5+ years’ experience, or
  • Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment.
• Level II NDT certifications, AWS CWI certification.
• Basic mathematical calculations, including conversion of fractions to decimals.
• Use of basic measuring tools such as tape measure, calipers, fillet weld gauges, and levels (digital and conventional).
• Operate NDT testing equipment.
• Work effectively with plant employees, supervisors, management and customers.
• Prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Problem solve with minimal assistance.
• Deliver timely, error‑free results.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• 10 years’ experience in fabricated steel environment.
• Associate Degree in NDT from an accredited school.
• SNT‑TC‑1A NDT Level II in UT, VT, MT, and PT.
• AWS SCWI certification.
• Proficiency in basic quality assurance disciplines, including dimensional inspection and gauging equipment.
• Other AWS professional certifications.
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Work is performed in a manufacturing plant environment, moving throughout office, shipping area, and production lines. Exposure is constant to dust, dirt, heat, fumes, cold, and noise levels above 80dB. Tasks are physical: lifting up to 50lbs (most frequently 20lbs), reaching, standing, walking, sitting, using hands, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception.

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability, including maternity leave.
• Work‑life support.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Voluntary programs (e.g., tobacco cessation, Type2 diabetes reversal, one‑on‑one health coaching, mortgage services).

Valmont is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For assistance, email