Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Technologist

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Assessment accommodation

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to staff one indeterminate position. A pool of qualified candidates may be created and may be used to staff similar positions within various units and locations with the Department of National Defence.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:

A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.

Certification:

Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) Level 2 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) certificate in Radiographic Inspection (RT); and two (2) of the following CGSB Level 2 NDT certificates in Engineering Materials and Components (EMC) to Natural Resources Canada (NRC):
• Ultrasonic Inspection (UT),
• Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) or
• Dye Penetrant Inspection (PT)
or
Canadian General Standards Board (CGSB) Level 1 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) certificate in Radiographic Inspection (RT), and CGSB Level 2 NDT certificates in Ultrasonic Inspection (UT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) and Dye Penetrant Inspection (PT) in Engineering Materials and Components (EMC) to Natural Resources Canada (NRC).

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Experience in conducting Radiographic Inspection (RT) Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) process, and a minimum of two Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) processes (UT, MT, PT) on structures and/or piping systems.

Experience interpreting Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) results and producing Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) reports in accordance with various Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspection codes.

Experience in the interpretation of one or more of following technical manuals/codes:
CSA W59 ``Welded Steel Construction
ASME B31.1 ``Power Piping
ASME B31.3 ``Process Piping
ASME “Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code - Section V” or Def Stan 02-729 ``Requirements for Non-Destructive Testing
Def Stan 02-773 ``Minimum Acceptance Standards for Welds in HM Surface Ships and Submarines

Experience using Microsoft Word and Outlook

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Abilities and Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively in writing

Ability to communicate effectively orally

Ability to organize work and set priorities

Personal Suitability:

Leadership

Judgement

Initiative

Reliability

Teamwork

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Asset Qualifications:

Certification:

Level 3 Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) certificates in any or all of the following: Radiographic Inspection (RT), Ultrasonic Inspection (UT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MT) and Dye Penetrant Inspection (PT) with the Canadian General Standard Board (CGCB) within Natural Resources Canada (NRC).

Certified as an Exposure Device Operator with the Nuclear Safety Commission.

Degree equivalency

Experience:

Experience in the use of sketch software packages such as Smart-Sketch

Knowledge:

Knowledge of associated naval organizations such as DGMEPM and MARLANT NEM.

Organizational Needs:

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal Persons, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and Women.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - Secret Level 2

Willingness to work in adverse conditions/environments, which may include, but not limited to; confined spaces, heights, extreme weather conditions
Willingness to work onboard ships while at sea, which may include alternate methods of air and sea transport to and from the ship, including transfer at sea procedures
Willingness to work overtime, shift work, and be on call
Willingness to travel outside the headquarters area for extended periods of time and work in commercial repair facilities
Willingness to participate in work center process improvement initiatives
Willingness to participate in training sessions, which may include on the job training, self-study and training in classroom settings
Willingness to comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures, including wearing of appropriate personal protective equipment.
Willingness to obtain qualifications to achieve level 2 certification.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.