Level 2 MT/PT/UTT Technician

Position Summary

Acuren is currently recruiting for temporary Level II MT/PT/UTT Techs with 40HR Radiation Safety Training Certification & State or IRRSP for Turnaround/Outage/Project work across the US.  

This position is part of our U.S. Workforce Deployment Team, which supports customer turnaround, outage, and project staffing needs across the country. Assignments vary in duration based on project requirements and business demand. 

Responsibilities

• Perform Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT) inspections in accordance with applicable codes, standards, customer specifications, and written procedures.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate MT, PT, and UTT equipment to inspect piping, pressure vessels, tanks, structural steel, welds, and other industrial assets.
• Measure and document material thickness to evaluate corrosion, erosion, and remaining service life.
• Identify, evaluate, and accurately document discontinuities and inspection findings.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain accurate inspection records.
• Verify equipment calibration and perform routine maintenance and function checks.
• Review inspection procedures, work packages, engineering drawings, and customer requirements before beginning work.
• Ensure all work is performed safely while following company policies, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Communicate inspection findings effectively with supervisors, customers, and project teams.
• Support turnaround, outage, project, and maintenance activities at customer facilities.
• Assist with additional NDT methods as qualified and assigned.
• Maintain current certifications, training records, and required documentation.
• Participate in safety meetings, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel to customer sites and work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and night shifts, as business needs require.
• Assist Radiographers with the setup and execution of industrial radiographic testing activities.
• Support the safe handling, setup, transportation, and storage of radiographic equipment and associated materials.
• Establish and maintain radiation-controlled areas, barricades, boundaries, and warning devices as directed.
• Assist with radiation surveys and monitoring activities in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain awareness of radiation safety requirements and follow all applicable safety procedures at all times.
• Assist with positioning radiographic equipment, film/digital imaging components, identification markers, and other testing materials.
• Support the Radiographer in preparing equipment and work areas before and after testing activities.
• Perform pre-use inspections of assigned equipment and immediately report damaged, defective, or unsafe equipment.
• Maintain required radiation monitoring devices and personal dosimetry as assigned.
• Follow all company, customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with maintaining required documentation, equipment logs, and field records.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Work effectively with Radiographers, NDT technicians, operations personnel, customers, and other team members.
• Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses (JSAs/JHAs), pre-job briefings, and other required safety activities.
• Perform work in accordance with applicable codes, standards, procedures, and customer specifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
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Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 40-Hour Radiation Safety Training certification required.
  • Current Level II MT, PT, and UTT certifications in accordance with the employer's Written Practice (SNT-TC-1A, CP-189, or NAS-410, as applicable).
  • Demonstrated experience performing MT, PT, and ultrasonic thickness inspections in industrial environments.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain customer site access requirements.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment and client-required drug and alcohol screenings.
  • Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, piping isometrics, weld symbols, and technical specifications.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate inspection results.
  • Basic computer skills for inspection reporting and documentation.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • • Additional NDT certifications such as VT, RT, PAUT, TOFD, PMI, ET, or CWI.
    • Experience working in refinery, petrochemical, pipeline, power generation, manufacturing, aerospace, or construction industries.
    • Familiarity with corrosion monitoring programs and mechanical integrity inspections.
    • Experience working under API and ASME inspection programs.
    • Current TWIC Card.
    • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
    • Rope Access certification (SPRAT or IRATA) preferred for applicable positions.

Working Conditions

• • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and scaffolding.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights when required.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and work in varying weather conditions for extended periods.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection when required.

  Work Environment

  • Industrial facilities, refineries, petrochemical plants, manufacturing facilities, power plants, pipelines, and customer job sites.
  • Day, night, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be required.
  • Travel may be required depending on project needs.

Company Overview and Benefits

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Employee stock purchase plan