PAUT Technician

Position Summary:

Acuren is seeking PAUT Technicians for a callout/travel position based in Kingsport, TN. The role involves performing advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspections across industries including agricultural, chemical, pulp & paper, gas plants, refineries, and pharmaceuticals. The technician will be responsible for conducting inspections, evaluating results, preparing reports, and supporting asset integrity assessments while ensuring compliance with applicable standards and safety procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities using NDT inspection methods.
• Establish inspection techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection while adhering to safety regulations.
• Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate inspection results.
• Identify, track, manage, and mitigate risks on client engagements while escalating issues when necessary.
• Review asset documentation and operational data, including inspection data, monitoring, and auditing associated NDE activities.
• Complete integrity assessments, including physical site walkdowns when required.
• Prepare project reports detailing work performed, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Perform specialized inspections.
• Develop inspection techniques for approval by customer certifying agents.
• Instruct and supervise others when required.
• Interface with customers regarding schedules and problem-solving.
• Utilize applicable software and computer-related equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college education preferred.
• Technical background in NDT methods and procedures including UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, DR, or related methods.
• Minimum five years of experience in NDT.
• Current certifications in applicable NDT methods such as UT, UTPA, PAUT, CR, or DR required.
• Supervisory experience is considered a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform assigned NDT tasks and interpret inspection results.
• Knowledge of NDT equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of ASME and API requirements and procedures related to equipment evaluation for continued serviceability.
• Knowledge of industry health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers regarding schedules and technical issues.

Requirements:

• Willingness to work in a callout/travel position.
• Ability to work in industrial environments including agricultural, chemical, refinery, gas plant, pulp & paper, and pharmaceutical facilities.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to perform physical activities including reaching, kneeling, crawling, bending, crouching, standing, walking, climbing, and driving.
• Ability to work in outside environments with continuous physical effort and varying environmental conditions.
• Travel may be required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Time Off.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified applicants.

About the Company:

Acuren is a provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial, and public infrastructures. The company offers services including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck, and condition-based monitoring services.

Acuren supports industries such as petroleum refining, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace, and automotive. With more than 4,000 professionals, the company focuses on safety, quality, professionalism, technical development, and reliability programs that support clients across major industrial sectors.