NDT Technician

Job Summary

The NDT Reliability Technician is responsible for executing Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspections and applying reliability principles to identify developing equipment defects, prevent catastrophic failures, and support safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of mobile assets. This role combines hands-on NDT inspection execution with data analysis, defect trending, and reliability improvement activities.

Essential Functions

• Perform NDT inspections using approved methods (UT, MT, PT, RT, VT, and/or ET as applicable) on mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Ensure inspections are executed in accordance with site procedures, OEM standards, and applicable codes.
• Accurately document findings, measurements, and defect locations.
• Identify critical defects and immediately communicate high-risk findings to MEM supervision and planners.
• Trend NDT results to identify repeat failure modes and emerging risk areas.
• Support development of defect elimination strategies and reliability improvement plans.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), FMEA/FMECA, and reliability charters.
• Validate repair effectiveness through follow-up inspections.
• Build or support creation of high-quality work orders with clear descriptions, failure modes, and recommended actions.
• Attach inspection reports, photos, and measurement data to work orders.
• Support backlog cleanup and accuracy of NDT-related work orders.
• Work with planners to optimize inspection frequencies and model work orders.
• Provide input into PM and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Support alignment of inspection tasks with AMT / CMMS standards.
• Use generally recognized, advanced techniques for thermograph analysis, parameter identification, and fault diagnosis.
• Good understanding of additional NDT techniques: Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (LPT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Visual and Optical Testing (VOT), and/or Electromagnetic Testing (ET).
• Possess a good understanding of Tribological principles and be able to establish procedures for collecting and analyzing oil samples from different equipment components.
• Recommend corrective action and/or design modifications including component change or repair, isolation, damping, change of stiffness, and change of mass.
• Provide technical guidance to those new to the NDT field.
• Interpret and evaluate published ISO codes of practice and International Standards and specifications related to non-destructive testing.
• Participate in the application of reliability methodologies for supporting the continuous improvement of maintenance strategies (Reliability Centered Maintenance – RCM; Root Cause Analysis – RCA; Failure Modes Effect Criticality Analysis – FMECA; etc.).
• Research and generate reports to communicate timely and effectively the findings related to the performance of equipment in particular when a potential failure is identified.
• Assist with warranty claims due to faulty components for critical equipment.
• Fill in for the Reliability Engineer when required.
• Work with vendors on machine and component condition and repairs.
• Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
• Work safely in all areas and identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.  Employee must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• Three to five years of experience in mobile maintenance and/or operations of industrial activities related to heavy equipment required with preference to mining, oil, and gas.
• ISO Category 3 or equivalent for Vibration Analysis preferred.
• ISO Category 1 or 2 or equivalent for Infrared Analysis desired.
• Three years of experience in the application of Tribological principles a plus.
• Level 2 certification (as per ASNT or equivalent) of at least four of the following: MPT, LPT, RT, UT, VT and/or ET is desired.
• Possess an advanced knowledge of Tribological principles and be able to establish standards for oil collection and the analysis of oil samples from different equipment components.
• Experience with safety procedures for inspecting drivelines, motors, gearboxes, hydraulic cylinders, and other mobile equipment required.
• Good working knowledge and skills with the Microsoft Office software package, along with Power Bi, with the ability to work with software to track and schedule inspection and create inspection templates.
• Ability to use or learn the use of JDE functionality for performing transactions related to work management.
• Ability to learn and use the National Electric Code (NEC) in acceptance testing.
• Good understanding of reliability methodologies for supporting the continuous improvement of maintenance strategies (RCM, RCA, FMECA, etc.)
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, problem solving and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Must have a professional attitude that is willing to find new uses for the existing technologies.
• Must be willing to educate others on the use of the technologies.
• Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.
• Shift work, overtime, holidays and weekends (flexible work schedule to perform inspections) are required.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions required.
• Ability to work and lead others in a team environment.

Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.