Non-Destructive Test Technician

Work site environment

• Hot
• Outdoors
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Various locations
• In shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect defects
• Set up, calibrate, operate and interpret magnetic particle, eddy current, liquid penetrant, acoustic emission, and infrared thermographic equipment
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
• Maintain test result reports

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• NRCAN Certification Magnetic Particle testing Level 2

Experience and specialization

Testing equipment and methods

• Magnetic particle
• Ultrasonic

Area of work experience

• Construction
• Metal processing
• Nuclear station
• Transportation - road/rail/marine

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Large workload
• Overtime required

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus