PAUT and/or UTSW Technician

Acuren is seeking PAUT Technicians for operations in Akron, OH and surrounding areas. This is a call-out/travel position with up to 90% travel throughout the region.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Identify, track, manage, and mitigate risk on specific client engagements; escalate issues to ensure minimal impact to quality, budget, and timeline.
• Review asset documentation and operational data, including inspection data, monitoring, and auditing associated NDE activities.
• Complete integrity assessments including physical site walkdowns when required.
• Prepare project reports including description of work done, conclusion, and recommendations.
• Perform specialized inspections and develop techniques for approval by customer certifying agents.
• May instruct and supervise others.
• Interface with customers regarding schedules and problem-solving.
• Use applicable software and computer-related equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Technical background in NDT (UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR, etc.) and procedures with five years of experience.
• Current NDT certifications in UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR, or related methods required.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret results of inspections.
• Extensive knowledge of ASME and API requirements and procedures pertaining to the evaluation of applicable equipment for continued serviceability.
• Knowledge of industry health and safety policies and procedures.

Skills

• Proficiency in NDT methods (UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR).
• Ability to develop inspection techniques for customer approval.
• Experience with applicable software and computer-related equipment.
• Strong problem-solving and customer interface skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401K Plan.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off.

Working Conditions

• Outside environment with continuous physical effort.
• Exposure to various elements/conditions (5-7 on a scale).
• Moderate mental effort and occasional requests for assistance.
• Travel may be required (up to 90%).

Physical Job Requirements & Demands

• Frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Mobility requirements: reaching, kneeling/crawling, bending/crouching.
• Endurance requirements: sitting, standing, walking, climbing, or driving for extended periods.

Acuren is a trusted provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions for critical energy, industrial, and public infrastructures. The company offers inspection, advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, and reliability services. Acuren employs over 4,000 professionals supporting mechanical integrity programs across industries such as petroleum, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, and aerospace.