What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead NDT Technician position at Rotating Machinery Svcs Inc?
RMS is seeking a skilled Lead Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Technician to perform inspections and evaluations that determine the acceptance or rejection of components in accordance with written procedures and industry standards. This role is responsible for setting up and calibrating NDT equipment, accurately interpreting and evaluating test results, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and specifications. With a thorough understanding of the capabilities and limitations of NDT methods, the Lead NDT Technician provides technical expertise on the shop floor while offering on-the-job training and guidance to Assistants and Level I Technicians to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality inspection practices.
SKILLS REQURIED
ORGANIZATIONAL - Leadership & Organization:
● Organize and prioritize NDT work to align with production and shipping schedules
● Maintain accurate and thorough NDT records, including RMS and third-party documentation ensuring traceability and compliance
● Exceptional attention to details.
● Display ownership and accountability for tasks and responsibilities.
● Adaptable to changing schedules.
INTERPERSONAL - Experience Required:
● Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Ability to work within a team.
EFFICIENCY - Experience Preferred:
● Ability to manage other projects and responsibilities that may be added at the company’s discretion.
● Exceptional ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time and resources effectively.
● Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
PRIMARY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
● Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using NDT methods of inspection.
● Establish techniques for proper examination of components or assemblies being inspected.
● Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results.
● Generate and maintain nonconformance reports to ensure that all discrepant components and assemblies are evaluated in accordance with company requirements.
● Generate inspection/test reports and associated documentation.
● Instruct/ train others.
General:
● The above list of activities is not all-inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of the RMS Lead NDT Technician. This above list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
● Minimum of three years’ experience with Nondestructive testing
● NDT Level II Certification in Magnetic Particle and Liquid Penetrant testing
● MPI Bench experience preferred
REQUIRED EDUCATION
● High School Diploma or GED from accredited institution
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
● The position may be based in RMS’s Houston, TX facility..
● Travel time is expected less than 15%
● This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends, may be required based on project needs.
● This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
● Ability to act professionally under stressful situations.
● Able to understand, read, write and speak English.
● Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.(with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
● Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage
● While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift
● Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
● Authorized to work in the United States
● RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Medical / Dental / Vision
- 401k
- Employee Incentive Programs
- Employee Reimbursement Programs
Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit www.rotatingmachinery.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.
ABOUT RMS:
Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times. RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.
RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
