Government of Canada - Western

non-destructive test technician


Pay26.00 / hour
LocationCalgary/Alberta
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 43669429

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
      • Structural engineering
      • Civil engineering, other
      • Welding engineering technology/technician
      • Mechanical engineering related technologies/technicians, other
      • Materials science

      Experience

      5 years or more

      On site

      Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

      Work site environment

      • Dangerous
      • Outdoors
      • At heights

      Work setting

      • Various locations
      • Remote location

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect defects
      • Calibrate, test and interpret ultrasonic equipment
      • Set up, calibrate, operate and interpret magnetic particle, eddy current, liquid penetrant, acoustic emission, and infrared thermographic equipment
      • Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
      • Instruct and supervise trainees
      • Maintain test result reports

      Supervision

      • 1 to 2 people

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • NRCAN Certification Magnetic Particle testing Level 1
      • NRCAN Certification Magnetic Particle testing Level 2
      • NRCAN Certification Magnetic Particle testing Level 3
      • NRCAN Certification Industrial Ultrasonics - Level 1
      • CWB Visual Inspector Certification Level 1
      • CWB Visual Inspector Certification Level 2
      • Nondestructive Testing Certificate

      Experience and specialization

      Type of cranes

      • Tower crane, fixed or limited mobility

      Testing equipment and methods

      • Magnetic particle
      • Visual inspection
      • Nondestructive testing
      • Ultrasonic

      Equipment and machinery experience

      • Crane

      Area of work experience

      • Construction
      • Metal processing
      • Mining and exploration
      • Petrochemicals

      Area of specialization

      • Structural metal or steel

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Basic security clearance

      Transportation/travel information

      • Own vehicle
      • Own transportation
      • Willing to travel
      • Willing to travel regularly
      • Travel expenses paid by employer
      • Parking paid by employer
      • Public transportation is not available

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Fast-paced environment
      • Work under pressure
      • Tight deadlines
      • Attention to detail
      • Ability to distinguish between colours
      • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
      • Overtime required

      Own tools/equipment

      • Safety equipment/gear
      • Steel-toed safety boots
      • Hard hat
      • Safety glasses/goggles
      • Gloves
      • Ear plugs
      • Mask
      • Cellular phone
      • Pager

      Personal suitability

      • Accurate
      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Excellent written communication
      • Flexibility
      • Organized
      • Reliability
      • Team player
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