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You’ll work closely with certified NDT Technicians to inspect materials using methods like X-ray, ultrasound, and dye testing, all without causing damage to the materials themselves.\n\nWhat Your Day Looks Like:\n\nTravel to the job site, sometimes early or overnight—could be a plant, pipeline, or industrial facility.\nSet up and prep equipment for inspection (help assemble X-ray units, lay cables, clean welds, etc.).\nAssist with inspections, taking readings, holding sensors, or applying test materials under a technician’s guidance.\nFollow strict safety procedures, especially when dealing with radiation, heights, or confined spaces.\nTear down and document test results or help with post-inspection clean-up.\nYou’ll work outdoors or in industrial environments, often on your feet for long hours. The work can be physically demanding, but it’s highly respected and critical to public and environmental safety.\n\nWhy It’s More Than Just a Job:\nThis role is your entry point into a high-paying, high-demand career path. With time, training, and certification, you can advance to:\n\nLevel II or III NDT Technician\nSpecialist in ultrasonic, radiographic, or magnetic particle testing\nTeam Lead or Regional Inspector\nProject Manager or QA/QC roles\nPROtect supports your growth with:\n\nClear advancement paths\nPaid training and certification support\nTravel and relocation opportunities\nCareer stability in a growing industry\nEssential Functions\n\nAssist in the setup and to utilize equipment for non-destructive testing of components and materials in accordance with applicable codes, standards, specifications, and procedures.\nAssist in the process of performing non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections, such as gamma radiography, x-ray radiography, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic, leak testing and visual inspections.\nAssist in the NDT examination techniques. Select, prepare, load, calibrate, or operate equipment used in the non-destructive testing of products or materials.\nAssist in the identification of defects in materials using testing techniques.\nDrive Company vehicles and maintain safe driving record.\nTrain on experienced tasks and learn new tasks from Lead Technicians.\nFollow instructions to ensure safety of entire team.\nRequirements\n\nKnowledge, Skills, Abilities\n\nMechanical – Basic mechanical knowledge.\nSafety – Knowledge of, and willingness to follow, applicable safety regulations, policies and procedures. Apply these safety standards in the work environment and look out for other crew members.\nAble to Work a Demanding and Flexible Schedule - Strong work ethic required. Able to work long periods of time, up to 16-hour days. Able to respond to call-outs on short notice and to stay on site, including long distance travel for extended periods of time.\nPhysical Demands – Able to frequently lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds on loose, rough or uneven terrain. Able to occasionally exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 150 pounds with assistance. Climbing and working at heights, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, standing for long periods, walking, pushing, pulling, repetitive motion, working in confined spaces, working in extreme cold and heat, visual acuity, working near hazards including moving mechanical parts, working near electrical components and exposures to chemicals. Applicants must meet weight restrictions to ensure their safety when utilizing safety harnesses.\nProfessional Appearance and Conduct – Dress appropriately for the assignment and maintain good hygiene.\nCustomer Service – Interact professionally with customers. Punctual arrival to assignments.\nTeam Work – able to work effectively as part of a team and to follow specific instructions.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED.\n\nCertification and Licensure\nValid driver’s license. Insurability through PROtect, LLC. insurance carrier.\n\nState Card/Trainer Preferred*\nTWIC card preferred\n\nWork Experience\nPrefer some previous work-related skill, knowledge or experience.\n\nPROtect Perks:\n\nHealth, Dental, Vision\nHSA/FSA\nHSA Company Match\n401K with up to 4% Match, 100% Vested immediately\nPTO\nFree Mental Health Courses and Resources\nFree Financial Coaching Classes/Resources\nClear Career Advancement Opportunities\nContinued Education Reimbursements\nRelocation/Travel Opportunities\nReferral Bonuses for top talent\nBusiness Development Bonuses\nMonthly Safety Competitions with Prizes\nAnnual Competitions with Prizes","company":"Protect","rawCompany":"protect","city":"Marienthal","state":"KS","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T10:36:35.047Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3029.01","title":"Non-Destructive Testing Specialists","slug":"non-destructive-testing-specialists"},{"code":"51-9061.00","title":"Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers","slug":"inspectors-testers-sorters-samplers-and-weighers"},{"code":"47-4011.00","title":"Construction and Building Inspectors","slug":"construction-and-building-inspectors"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"},{"code":"621512","title":"Diagnostic Imaging Centers","slug":"diagnostic-imaging-centers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Apprentice Inspector","description":"Description\nSummary\nAs an NDT Assistant, you're helping to ensure critical infrastructure—like pipelines, pressure vessels, and structural steel—is safe and reliable. You’ll work closely with certified NDT Technicians to inspect materials using methods like X-ray, ultrasound, and dye testing, all without causing damage to the materials themselves.\n\nWhat Your Day Looks Like:\n\nTravel to the job site, sometimes early or overnight—could be a plant, pipeline, or industrial facility.\nSet up and prep equipment for inspection (help assemble X-ray units, lay cables, clean welds, etc.).\nAssist with inspections, taking readings, holding sensors, or applying test materials under a technician’s guidance.\nFollow strict safety procedures, especially when dealing with radiation, heights, or confined spaces.\nTear down and document test results or help with post-inspection clean-up.\nYou’ll work outdoors or in industrial environments, often on your feet for long hours. The work can be physically demanding, but it’s highly respected and critical to public and environmental safety.\n\nWhy It’s More Than Just a Job:\nThis role is your entry point into a high-paying, high-demand career path. 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Punctual arrival to assignments.\nTeam Work – able to work effectively as part of a team and to follow specific instructions.\nEducation\nHigh School Diploma or GED.\n\nCertification and Licensure\nValid driver’s license. 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