Summary Ultrasonic Technician - Non-destructive Testing near Vancouver (BC)
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Description
Non-destructive testers and inspection technicians operate radiographic, ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current and similar testing equipment to detect discontinuities in objects of various compositions and materials. They are employed by quality control, maintenance and safety departments of manufacturing, processing, transportation, energy and other companies and by private industrial inspection establishments.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
College education or apprenticeship training usually required
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Wages
$37.75/hour
Median wage in British Columbia
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Prospects
Fair
The job prospects are fair in the Lower Mainland–Southwest Region
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Jobs
1 job
advertised near Vancouver (BC)
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Skills
- Maintain test result reports
- Interpret radiographs, cathode ray tube (CRT) or digital readouts, conductivity meters and visual indicators
- Instruct and supervise trainees
- Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
- Prepare, conduct and interpret liquid penetrant inspection
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