Level II UT Tech / Guided Wave Ultrasonic Testing (GWUT) Technician Level I

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate guided wave equipment for inspections based on established procedures
• Perform guided ultrasonic scans on pipelines, piping systems, and tubular structures
• Collect, record, and document inspection data accurately
• Identify obvious indications or anomalies for review by senior personnel
• Follow safety standards and job-specific procedures during inspections
• Maintain and handle NDT equipment properly
• Absorb and assist with job setup, site preparation, and reporting tasks
• Set up and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment
• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection
• Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results
• Interpret radiographs, cathode ray tube (CRT) or digital readouts, conductivity meters and visual indicators
• Organize and report test results
• Perform specialized inspections
• May instruct and supervise others
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some college preferred
• Certified Level II UT required
• Certified Level I GUL a plus
• Guided Waves experience a plus
• Additional level II certifications in MT, PT, UTT, VT, RT a plus (any combination)
• Basic understanding of wave propagation and pipe inspection
• Training on specific GUL equipment (e.g., collars and transducers)
• Supervised practical experience (on-the-job training hours)
• Passing a written and practical exam
• Technical background in NDT methods and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret results of inspections
• Knowledge of NDT equipment
• Experience in report writing
• TWIC card preferred