The Radiographic NDT Technician I – Trainee is an entry-level position designed to provide foundational training and practical experience in Radiographic Testing (RT) and related nondestructive testing (NDT) methods. The trainee will work under the direct supervision of certified NDT personnel to learn proper techniques, safety requirements, and industry standards while progressing toward certification and independent work.

Salary: $20- $22/hour (Depending on Experience) 

• Assist certified NDT Technicians in performing radiographic inspections on materials, welds, and components.

• Learn and apply basic knowledge of radiation safety protocols, including proper use of dosimeters, shielding, and exposure devices.

• Prepare and organize equipment, tools, and materials required for radiographic testing.

• Handle, store, and transport radiographic equipment safely and in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

• Accurately document test results, observations, and daily activities under supervision.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

• Actively participate in company-sponsored training, classroom instruction, and on-the-job practice toward NDT Level I certification.

• Follow all applicable company, OSHA, and NRC/Agreement State safety regulations.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training in welding, mechanics, or related field preferred.

• Interest in pursuing a career in nondestructive testing with willingness to complete certification requirements.

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work safely in industrial environments.

• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and willingness to learn.

• Basic math and computer skills for data entry and measurement calculations.

Training & Development

• On-the-job training under direct supervision of certified Radiographic NDT Technicians.

• Classroom and field instruction to prepare for NDT Level I certification in Radiographic Testing (RT).

Work Environment:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and varying environmental conditions.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including radiation dosimetry badges.

• Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, or crouching as required by inspection tasks.

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.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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