The Radiographic Testing (RT) Trainee position is a structured development role designed for individuals preparing to achieve RT Level II certification within twelve (12) months. This role provides hands-on radiographic testing experience, formal training, and on-the-job training (OJT) under the supervision of certified personnel. Each trainee is assigned a dedicated buddy to support skill development, OJT hour completion, and milestone achievement.

Salary: $22- $24/hr DOE 

Successful completion of certification and qualification requirements will provide the opportunity to work onsite at client locations, with per diem eligibility, supporting radiographic inspection services across a variety of projects and environments.

• Participate in formal training and OJT to meet RT Level II certification requirements
• Perform radiographic testing activities under supervision, progressing toward independent work
• Assist with standard and routine RT inspections in accordance with written procedures and applicable codes
• Set up, calibrate, and operate radiographic testing equipment as training progresses
• Accurately record inspection results and support data review and reporting activities
• Follow all safety, quality, and procedural requirements
• Work closely with assigned buddy, Level II, and Level III personnel to complete required OJT hour
• Demonstrate technical competency through successful completion of milestones, examinations, and evaluations
• Communicate progress, challenges, and training needs to supervision
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or coursework preferred

• Ability and commitment to achieve RT Level II certification within 12 months of hire
• Basic understanding or exposure to NDT principles preferred
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures and instructions
• Basic math skills; ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Self-motivated, dependable, and proactive in learning
• Ability to progressively work with reduced supervision as competence increases

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) 

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