NDT UT Trainee

Overview

The Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Trainee position is a structured development role designed for individuals preparing to achieve UT Level II certification within four (4) months. This role provides hands‑on ultrasonic testing experience, formal training, and on‑the‑job training (OJT) under the supervision of certified personnel. Each trainee is assigned a dedicated buddy to support skill development, OJT hour completion, and milestone achievement.

Successful completion of certification and qualification requirements will provide the opportunity to work onsite at client locations, with per diem eligibility, supporting ultrasonic inspection services across a variety of projects and environments.

Compensation: $22.00‑$24.00/hour

• Participate in formal training and OJT to meet UT Level II certification requirements

• Perform ultrasonic testing activities under supervision, progressing toward independent work

• Assist with standard and routine UT inspections in accordance with written procedures and applicable codes

• Set up, calibrate, and operate ultrasonic testing equipment as training progresses

• Accurately record inspection results and support data review and reporting activities

• Follow all safety, quality, and procedural requirements

• Work closely with assigned buddy, Level II, and Level III personnel to complete required OJT hours

• Demonstrate technical competency through successful completion of milestones, examinations, and evaluations

• Communicate progress, challenges, and training needs to supervision

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or coursework preferred

• Ability and commitment to achieve>
  
  UT Level II certification within 4 months of hire

• Basic understanding or exposure to NDT principles preferred

• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and instructions

• Basic math skills; ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts preferred

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Self‑motivated, dependable, and proactive in learning

• Ability to progressively work with reduced supervision as competence increases

• Fast‑paced NDT and inspection environment with a strong focus on safety and quality

• Combination of classroom‑style training, laboratory practice (with on the job training)

• Close collaboration with certified UT Level II and Level III personnel

• Upon successful certification and qualification, opportunity to work at client sites

• Travel may be required following certification, with per diem provided

• Work environments may include industrial facilities, laboratories, and field locations, with varying schedules and conditions

Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.

When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.

While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.

Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming ‘the world’s most trusted testing partner’.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

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