Assistant Technician - NDE

About the role

TEAM is seeking an entry-level NDT Assistant to support certified technicians in delivering nondestructive testing services at various client sites. This role is a critical first step in developing a rewarding career in asset integrity and inspection, playing an active part in ensuring safety, support, and operational excellence for TEAM’s inspection and testing operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist certified NDT technicians in setting up and performing inspections (UT, MT, PT, RT, etc.) in accordance with TEAM and client procedures.
• Prepare and organize materials, tools, and equipment for testing assignments.
• Support radiation safety practices and help secure work areas for radiographic testing (where applicable).
• Transport equipment to and from job sites, maintaining safe handling and inventory control.
• Ensure all tools and work areas are cleaned and maintained.
• Complete field reports, timesheets, and other documentation as directed.
• Follow all safety rules, client site protocols, and TEAM's Life Critical Expectations.
• Perform general labor duties related to rigging, lifting, and access equipment setup.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and background check.
• Must be able to obtain TWIC, DISA, and/or other site access credentials.
• Willingness to travel and work in various environments (Oil and Gas, Nuclear, Power, Municipality, Aerospace, etc.).
• Willingness and ability to work extended shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules as required.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in various environmental conditions.
• Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset.

Preferred

• Previous experience in NDT, construction, or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with basic NDT methods and terminology.
• Current TWIC, OSHA 10/30, or other industry-standard safety certifications.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with tools/equipment.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Sufficient personal mobility to maneuver in standard refinery or plant environments, including accessing elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing (or other communication capabilities) to communicate effectively, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation to perform investigations, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to perform routine office duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel to off-site locations, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask with effective communication skills.

Work Conditions

• Position is based out of a TEAM field office or client site location.
• Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in a plant atmosphere.
• Interaction with crew employees, supervisors, and client personnel.
• Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Able to wear safety equipment as required for personal protection.
• May work at multiple job sites in a day and must tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town periodically.
• Willingness and ability to work extended shifts, weekends, and alternative work schedules.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in various environmental conditions.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package.
• 401k match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Overtime with full travel and per-diem paid.
• Opportunities for training and growth into inspection, technical services, project management, or leadership roles.

Why TEAM

• Work with top-tier equipment and support teams in a high-impact environment.
• A performance-driven, safety-first culture built on trust, teamwork, and technical excellence.
• Core values: Safety First / Quality Always, Integrity, Service Leadership, Innovation, Pride and Respect, Teamwork.