Certified NDT Inspector - Senior; PAUT

Position: Certified NDT Inspector - Senior (PAUT) - Days
6123 Cunningham Rd Houston Texas 77041
*** Why Valmont
***** We’re Here to Move the World Forward.
** Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

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* Fortune* 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today.
* We are the modern workforce*.
** This position report to and performs work for the Brenham, Texas site but works on-site at our Houston facility, Valmont-United Galvanizing (VUG).
**** A Brief Summary of This Position:
** This position reports to the Quality Supervisor.  The NDT Inspector - Senior will evaluate the assembly of fabricated materials by dimensional checks, visual inspection of welds and conduct nondestructive testing by ultrasonic, mag particle, and liquid penetrant processes. The Senior Inspector will also have additional certifications, such as phased array, eddy-current, radiography, etc. Responsible for coordination of the Quality area to meet production goals.  

Completes daily paperwork.  Describe Valmont’s quality system and demonstrate inspection proficiency for customer and third-party auditors.  Demonstrates a commitment to quality, productivity, safety and environmental policies.  Responsible for communication within the work group ensuring teamwork and a productive work environment.  Working with the production supervisor to maintain workflow of the area and report issues to the supervisor.  Perform nondestructive examination (NDE) on material using methods including visual, magnetic partial, liquid penetrant, and ultrasonic testing.  

Evaluate examination results and determine if material meets contract specifications.  Responsible for generating and maintaining NDT reports and records for company and contractors.
** THIS POSITION REQUIRES THE CERTIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW FOR
** BOTH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES*
* **** Candidates with higher level NDT Experience and Certifications will be considered for the level of NDT Inspector for which they are currently qualified.
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* Work Schedule:

1st shift (Days)
**** Monday - Friday 7AM - 4PM
**** Starting Hourly Pay Rate:
** Senior Level (PAUT Required): $36.66

Advanced Level (CWI Required): $38.86

Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year & 2 years
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* Essential Functions:

*** Responsible for testing and evaluation, with absolute integrity, of products to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications
* Makes decision in the area of codes (includes AWS D1.1) and specifications.
* Interprets reports for NDT and passes or rejects quality acceptance.
* Actively mentors Entry and Intermediate level NDT Inspectors, which includes monitoring and documenting OJT progress
* Able to perform metallurgical testing including weld coupon testing, positive material identification, and macro examination of weldments.
* Able to obtain and maintain advanced inspection certifications including AMPP (NACE) CIP or Phased Array UT, if required by Valmont.
* Has the authority to reject material, stop work in process etc. to minimize financial loss and risk of customer dissatisfaction.
* Works under production conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits
* Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools, to include calibration
* Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
* Maintain timely and consistent attendance
* This position reports to the Quality Supervisor and has no direct reports.
** Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

):
*** A high awareness for safety…