Radiography (X-Ray) Technician

This listing is for a Radiography (X-Ray) Technician position at our Fabrication Shop in Paris, TX.

APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO PASS AN EXTENSIVE BACKGROUND SCREENING AND FINGERPRINTING.

Job does not pay per diem

Please apply in person at any Texas Workforce Solutions location near you

5210 SE Loop 286, Paris, Texas

1513 Houston Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas

1205B E. Sam Rayburn Drive, Bonham, Texas

2415 S. Austin Avenue STE 105, Denison, Texas

General Job Description:

Works under the direction of a foreman, performs radiographic inspections and assures film quality is acceptable.

Functional Requirements:

1. Read and sign off on JSA prior to starting of shift.
2. Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the company quality control program, company standards, procedures, codes, etc.
3. Required to perform assigned work.
4. Knowledge of state regulations for boundaries and radiation safety for source containment.
5. Always maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Qualification Standards:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Preferably one (1) to five (5) years of experience in specified skill.
3. Certified industrial radiographer preferred.
4. 40-hour radiation safety course preferred.
5. 200 hours on the job training preferred.
6. Pre-employment/post-employment qualification test if applicable.
7. Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
8. Turner Industries Group/Job site orientation/Hazard Communication and required tests.
9. Job site "Personal Protective Equipment" requirements (hearing protection, safety glasses - OSHA approved Z87 if applicable, long sleeve shirt, gloves, steel toe boots, etc.).
10. Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Level C - (Trainee) Ability to proficiently perform the following Radiographic exercises under the direct supervisor of an RT Level II employee:

• Ensure zero reading on pocket dosimeter.
• Check the alarming rate meter battery and audible systems.
• Survey meter (check battery, check calibration, check for radiation response)
• Survey camera and record meetings.
• Set up pipe for X-Ray with overhead crane with jack stands under all four corners of the trailer.
• Survey camera after exposure.
• Record dosimeter readings at the end of each month.

Level B - Ability to proficiently perform the Radiographic exercises of a Level 1 employee independently - without supervision of an RT Level II employee:

• Successful completion of the ASNT RT Level 1 internal testing.
• Successful completion of 16 welds or 48 film within an 8-hour day (2 welds/6 film per hour minimum).

Level A - Ability to proficiently perform the Radiographic exercises of a Level 2 employee independently - without supervision of an RT Level III employee:

• Successful completion of the ASNT RT Level 2 internal testing.
• Successful completion of 24 welds or 72 film within an 8-hour day (3 welds/9 film per hour minimum).

Physical Involvement:

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction.

Mental Involvement:

Employee may be required to do the following: following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; following oral and/or written directions, plans and blueprints; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

Work Environment Factors:

• Location: pipe fabrication facility
• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground levels; obstructed pathways; work performed at low and/or high elevations; work performed in confined areas.
• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominately outdoor climate; may be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc.; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc.; potential exposure to chemical substances.

Miscellaneous Requirements:

There will be times that the individual may be required to perform a task other than their normal operation required by the company or the foreman, owing to the job demand.

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The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. This means the individual must not pose a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation. The items listed above cover the principal duties of this job. This description shall not be constructed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. This job description and job conditions are subject to change as needed in accordance with company or client requirements. I understand a conditional offer of employment is being made to me conditioned on the satisfactory outcome of the drug test and medical examination. Employment is at will and there is no guarantee as to the length and duration of employment.

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.