POSITION SUMMARY

An NDE Helper’s main function is to learn all aspects of inspection services from a technician. They perform 

equipment setup and calibrations and make evaluations under the direction of a certified NDE technician for the 

applicable NDE being performed or trained for.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable 

accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable 

qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Assist with nondestructive testing equipment setup.

• Assist in calibrating nondestructive testing equipment.

• Assist in applying testing criteria in accordance with procedures and standards.

• Assist in preforming other job-related tasks as assigned by certified inspector/technician.

• Ensure compliance with safety and environment guidelines, policies, and regulations.

• Record results of tests and inspection under direct supervision from the training NDE Technician.

• Measure dimensions of defects to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such 

as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers under direct supervision of training NDE Technician.

• Notify supervisors or other personnel of production or quality problems.

• Write test or inspection reports describing results, recommendations, or needed repairs under direct 

supervision of training NDE Technician.

• Compare colors, shapes, textures, or grades of products or materials with color charts, templates, or 

samples to verify conformance to standards under direct supervision of training NDE Technician.

• Position products, components, or parts for testing.

• Stack or arrange tested products for further processing, shipping, or packaging.

• Adjust, clean, or repair products or processing equipment to correct defects found during inspections.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 

Competency Statement(s) 

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. 

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. 

• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others. 

• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. 

• Loyal - The trait of feeling a duty to the employer. 

• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. 

• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. 

• Research Skills - Ability to design and conduct a systematic, objective, and critical investigation. 

• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct. 

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. 

• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely. 

• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. 

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. 

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information 

skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even 

when dealing with emotional topics.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; 

Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Ultimately be certified in all 

NDE disciplines.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others 

without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional

resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic 

action plans.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies 

feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; 

Works quickly.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond 

guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Change’s 

approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected 

events.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; 

Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for 

and offers help when needed.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: 

- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) 

Experience: 

- None specifically required 

Computer Skills:

- None specifically required 

Certifications & Licenses:

- None required 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. 

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) 

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) 

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) 

Physical Demands Lift/Carry 

Stand O 

Walk O 

Sit C 

Manually Manipulate F 

Reach Outward O 

Reach Above Shoulder O 

Climb N 

Crawl N 

Squat or Kneel O 

Bend O 

Grasp F 

Speak F 

10 lbs or less F

11-20 lbs O 

21-50 lbs N 

51-100 lbs N

Over 100 lbs N

Push/Pull 

12 lbs or less O 

13-25 lbs N 

26-40 lbs N 

41-100 lbs N

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of tho