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PLI Technician
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NDT.org Job Number: 76943 * Please reference NDT.org Job Number on all correspondence
Contact: Peter Roy
Phone: 888-578-9066
Company: Acuren Inspection
State: KS Kansas
Contact: Peter Roy
Country: United States
Length: Perm opportunity , consistent over time
PlI Technician
Looking for a candidate to reside the Kansas City market, open to travel, this position will also promote cross discipline training and certifications


Please apply to www.acuren.com

The (PLI) Technician will work independently for extended periods in remote areas in support of client's programs.

During non dig times, availability to gain cross certification training.

Primarily will be performing calibrations; Nondestructive Tests; evaluations for acceptance or rejection determinations according to written instructions

•Set up and utilize nondestructive testing equipment including mag yokes, UT thickness gauges and UT Flaw detectors
•Calibrate nondestructive test equipment
•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
•Organize and report test results
•Perform specialized inspections
•Review of pipeline integrity inspection reports, including assisting other pipeline integrity technicians with reporting
•Attending operational meetings with client engineers and project managers
•Maintaining open lines of communication between clients and pipeline integrity technicians
•Updating pipeline integrity databases and managing FTP sites
•Tracking the status of priority digs and ensuring all inspection and testing meets client specifications
•Assisting in technician training
•Assisting with dig package and cost estimating
Maintaining metrics on reporting, costs, productivity etc.
•Resolving any technical issues in the field
•Reporting the results obtained from investigations
•May instruct and supervise others
•Perform other job related tasks by manager

Education and Experience

•Post-secondary degree in an Engineering or technical field is preferred.
•Level II PT, MT, and UT II (Shear wave with Advanced Sizing & Detection Technique or above required is a plus)
•Knowledge of the pipeline industry and, more specifically, pipeline integrity inspections required
•Superior communication skills, both oral and written.
•Organizational and time management skills
•Interpersonal and leadership skills.
•Technical proficiency and attention to detail are essential to the position.
•Computer literate with Microsoft Office skills (including Word and Excel)
•Ability to manage and organize large and varied amounts of data
•Experience in report/scientific writing
•Experience with AutoCAD a plus
•Technical background in NDT methods and procedures
•Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret results of inspections


Desired Competencies
•Strong work ethic
Dependable
•Exceptional safety and quality awareness
•Mechanical aptitude
•Adaptable to changing schedules
•Organized with exceptional attention to detail
•Team work
•Ability to follow directions and procedures

Acuren Inspection, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
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