RT Assistants - Burr Ridge, IL

Pay range: $22-25/hour based on experience.

About the role

The Assistant Technician will assist the Level II NDE Technician with the designated NDT method activities while gaining experience and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with setting up and tearing down of equipment.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance tasks, calibrations, and overall upkeep of equipment and facilities.
• Assist with proper documentation and reports of services provided.
• Learn and abide by company policies and procedures.

Those hired to perform work as an Assistant Radiographer or Radiographer Trainee are also responsible for the following:

• May only operate radiographic equipment under the direct visual watch and supervision of a radiographer or radiographic instructor.
• Maintain constant surveillance and immediate control of industrial radiographic equipment at all times while it is in use.
• Secure industrial radiographic equipment from unauthorized removal at all times, when not tended under constant surveillance and immediate control.
• Prevent all unauthorized personnel from being within the restricted area boundaries while industrial radiographic equipment is in use.
• Provide the required notification to appropriate safety management personnel in the event of an incident, and to provide assistance as needed.
• Capable of being certified as trustworthy and reliable per NRC criteria.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and respond to short notice work assignments which requires occasional out of town and overnight travel.
• Must be able to communicate with clients, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record.
• Ability to read technical documents and engineering specifications is preferred.
• Proven ability to follow precise directions and procedures.
• Proven ability to adapt to an ever-changing schedule.

The following requirements are also needed for individuals hired as an Assistant Radiographer or Radiographer Trainee:

• Must possess a 40 hour Radiation Safety Course certificate of completion.
• State Industrial Radiographer’s Card or IRRSP Card preferred.