ASNT Level III NDT Instructor

Exo Group, LLC has been protecting public infrastructure across the U.S. since 2009. Without consistent maintenance and quality assurance, critical assets face a growing risk of failure over time. Exo delivers engineering, inspection, and remediation services for lighting poles, transmission towers, and other infrastructure exposed to ongoing wear from usage, aging, and environmental conditions.

With deep expertise in vertical infrastructure, Exo builds on years of engineering design and fabrication experience across utilities, telecom, transportation, and retail sectors. This foundation supports a comprehensive inspection and asset management approach that addresses both new installations and aging structures requiring immediate attention.

Recognizing that full replacement is often impractical due to cost and safety constraints,

Exo developed its “Ex-Tend” approach to manage assets throughout their entire life cycle. From initial quality assurance to ongoing inspection and targeted repairs, this method is designed to extend service life and improve reliability. Supported by data-driven insights, Exo helps clients monitor asset conditions and make informed, strategic decisions.

Position Summary: The ASNT Level III NDT Instructor is responsible for delivering classroom, laboratory, and field-based nondestructive testing (NDT) training in support of the Texas NDT School and Exo's inspection operations. This position provides technical instruction, hands-on training, mentorship, and technical oversight for Level I and Level II technicians while supporting inspection projects, procedure reviews, and advanced NDT applications across the utility, transmission, fabrication, structural steel, and industrial sectors.

The instructor will help ensure technicians develop both the technical knowledge and practical skills necessary to perform NDT examinations safely, accurately, and in accordance with applicable standards, procedures, and client requirements. The position may also provide technical support to field inspection teams, assist with procedure development and review, and contribute to the ongoing development of Exo's NDT training and qualification programs.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on NDT professional with strong technical expertise, field experience, and a passion for teaching and developing the next generation of inspectors.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Instruction

• Deliver classroom, laboratory, practical, and field-based NDT training programs for Level I, Level II, and other inspection personnel.
• Provide instruction in UT, MT, PT, and VT methods, including theory, equipment operation, examination techniques, interpretation, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain training materials, presentations, practical exercises, demonstrations, study guides, and examinations.
• Adapt training methods and materials to accommodate varying levels of experience and learning needs.
• Provide hands-on instruction and demonstrations using NDT equipment, test specimens, calibration standards, and representative field conditions.
• Evaluate trainee knowledge and practical competency through written examinations, demonstrations, and hands-on performance evaluations.
• Provide constructive feedback and develop individualized guidance to help trainees successfully achieve qualification requirements.
• Technician Development & Mentorship
• Train, coach, and mentor Level I and Level II NDT technicians throughout their development.
• Support technician qualification and certification programs in accordance with company Written Practices and applicable industry standards.
• Assist technicians in developing sound inspection practices, technical judgment, documentation skills, and professional work habits.
• Monitor trainee progress and identify areas requiring additional instruction, practice, or remediation.
• Serve as a technical resource for inspectors as they progress toward higher levels of qualification.
Technical & Field Support
• Conduct hands-on field training at fabrication facilities, client sites, utility projects, manufacturing facilities, and other industrial environments.
• Support inspection projects involving utility structures, transmission and distribution assets, structural steel, weldments, fabricated components, and industrial equipment.
• Review inspection results and assist field personnel with technical problem solving, interpretation, and evaluation.
• Provide technical guidance regarding NDT methods, inspection techniques, equipment, calibration, and applicable standards.
• Assist with development, review, and implementation of NDT procedures and examination techniques.
• Participate in advanced NDT applications, demonstrations, and technical evaluations as required.
• Support quality reviews and audits of NDT activities to promote consistency, accuracy, and compliance.
Program & Client Support
• Assist in maintaining and improving the Texas NDT School's training curriculum, practical exercises, and qualification programs.
• Help ensure training content remains aligned with current industry standards, applicable codes, company Written Practices, and client requirements.
• Participate in client training programs, demonstrations, technical presentations, and workforce development initiatives.
• Represent Exo and the Texas NDT School professionally when interacting with clients, technicians, inspectors, engineers, and other industry professionals.
• Travel as required to training locations, client facilities, fabrication shops, utility projects, and project sites throughout Texas and the United States.
Qualifications
• Current ASNT Level III certification required.
• Level III certifications in UT, MT, PT, and VT strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of NDT experience with demonstrated field and inspection expertise.
• Demonstrated experience performing and interpreting NDT examinations in industrial, structural, utility, fabrication, or similar environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ASNT SNT-TC-1A, CP-189, and applicable NDT standards, codes, and practices.
• Previous instructor, trainer, coaching, mentoring, or workforce development experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot applicable NDT equipment.
• Strong understanding of examination procedures, acceptance criteria, documentation requirements, and quality control practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, technical writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to develop professional training and technical documentation.
• Ability to travel to training locations, client facilities, and project sites as required.
Preferred Experience
• Utility transmission and distribution inspection experience.
• Ultrasonic Shear Wave (UT-SW) testing experience involving utility structures, poles, weldments, structural steel, and fabricated components.
• Experience performing third-party inspections, technical reviews, or quality audits.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification is a plus.
• Experience with structural steel, fabrication, welding inspection, industrial construction, or utility infrastructure.
• Experience developing NDT training programs, qualification materials, or examination content.
• Experience working with trainees and technicians with varying levels of technical experience.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, weld symbols, specifications, and inspection requirements.
Desired Attributes
• Passion for teaching, technical development, and workforce development.
• Strong hands-on field experience and technical credibility.
• Comfortable teaching in classroom, laboratory, shop, and field environments.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical instruction.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish credibility with both entry-level and experienced inspectors.
• Patient, approachable, and committed to providing constructive coaching and feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, defensible inspection practices.
• Ability to balance training responsibilities with field inspection and technical support needs.
• Self-directed and capable of working independently while collaborating with operations, engineering, quality, and training teams.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support training and field operations.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to work in classroom, laboratory, fabrication shop, construction, utility, and industrial environments.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while teaching or performing field demonstrations and inspections.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, platforms, scaffolding, and access elevated work areas when required for field training or inspection activities.
• Ability to work around utility structures, transmission and distribution facilities, fabrication equipment, welding operations, heavy equipment, and other industrial environments.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and work in various positions while demonstrating NDT techniques or examining components.
• Ability to safely carry, move, and set up NDT equipment, calibration blocks, test specimens, training materials, and related equipment.
• Ability to lift equipment and materials consistent with typical NDT field activities.
• Ability to visually observe and evaluate indications, equipment displays, test results, and inspection surfaces.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, and rain, when supporting field operations.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, high-visibility clothing, gloves, protective footwear, fall protection, and other site-specific PPE.
• Ability to safely work around welding, electrical, mechanical, elevated, and other industrial hazards while following applicable safety requirements.
• Ability to travel by automobile and commercial air transportation as required for training and field assignments.
Mental & Cognitive Requirements
• Strong ability to understand, retain, and communicate complex technical information related to NDT methods, equipment, standards, and procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply ASNT requirements, company Written Practices, applicable codes, standards, specifications, and client requirements.
• Strong attention to detail when evaluating inspection results, equipment calibration, examination techniques, trainee performance, and technical documentation.
• Ability to identify and evaluate NDT indications and distinguish between relevant, non-relevant, and potentially reportable conditions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills when troubleshooting equipment, inspection results, examination techniques, or field conditions.
• Ability to evaluate trainee performance objectively and determine whether individuals have demonstrated the required knowledge and practical competency.
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to individuals with different levels of experience, education, and technical ability.
• Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy during extended classroom instruction, hands-on demonstrations, examinations, and field activities.
• Ability to manage multiple trainees, training activities, field assignments, and project priorities while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Ability to exercise sound technical judgment when inspection conditions, test results, or project requirements are unclear or changing.
• Ability to remain patient, professional, and constructive when coaching individuals through challenging technical concepts or correcting improper inspection practices.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods, training materials, and communication styles to different learning environments and individual needs.
• Ability to make independent decisions while recognizing when an issue requires escalation to engineering, quality, management, or another technical resource.
Work Environment

This position operates across a variety of environments, including classrooms, laboratories, training facilities, fabrication shops, manufacturing facilities, construction sites, utility facilities, and field project locations. The position may involve exposure to noise, welding fumes, dust, outdoor weather conditions, heavy equipment, elevated work areas, electrical hazards, and other industrial hazards.

The position requires adherence to all company and client safety requirements and the use of appropriate PPE. Travel is an essential component of the position and may include frequent day and overnight travel throughout Texas and other areas of the United States.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $80, 000-$110, 000 Annually, depending on experience

Reports To: Program Manager, NDT & Welding

Benefits:

Exo offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness
• 401k with company match
• PTO
• 10 paid holidays
Note: The above job description is a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements typically associated with the role of an ASNT Level III NDT Instructor. The specific duties and requirements may vary depending on organizational requirements and industry standards.

Exo is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.