How to hire an ultrasonic tester

How to hire an ultrasonic tester, step by step

Here's a step-by-step ultrasonic tester hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an ultrasonic tester job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new ultrasonic tester
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The ultrasonic tester hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   Hiring the perfect ultrasonic tester also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents ultrasonic tester salaries for various positions.

   Type of Ultrasonic Tester	Description	Hourly rate
   Ultrasonic Tester	Quality control inspectors examine products and materials for defects or deviations from specifications.	$12-49
   Certified Welding Inspector	A certified welding inspector is primarily in charge of inspecting welding works, ensuring its' strength and quality. Their responsibilities also entail checking safety equipment and materials, understanding project requirements, testing welds to ensure it functions according to its purpose, and evaluating the daily operations of welders to ensure that they adhere to the safety standards and regulations while operating various tools and equipment... Show more	$14-34
   Receiving Inspector	Receiving associates are responsible for receiving, unloading, and stocking merchandise in stockrooms. They check the quality and quantity of each product before stocking them... Show more	$14-24

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Inspection Reports
   • Ultrasonic Testing

   Responsibilities:

   • Operate spooling spark tester machine for HV wire and cable in search of faulty wire after the extruding process.
   • Operate spooling spark tester machine for HV wire and cable in search of faulty wire after the extruding process.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your ultrasonic tester job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. An ultrasonic tester salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, ultrasonic testers' average salary in alabama is 58% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level ultrasonic testers earn 75% less than senior-level ultrasonic testers.
   • Certifications. An ultrasonic tester with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in an ultrasonic tester's salary.

   Average ultrasonic tester salary

   $52,501yearly

   $25.24 hourly rate

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   Entry-level ultrasonic tester salary

   $26,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 28, 2025

4. Writing an ultrasonic tester job description

   An ultrasonic tester job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an ultrasonic tester job description:

   Ultrasonic tester job description example

   Responsibilities for this Position
   
   NDT Ultrasonic Testing Examiner
   
   US-CT-Groton
   
   
   Type: Full-Time
   
   # of Openings: 2
   
   Category: Engineering
   
   EB Groton Shipyard
   
   Overview
   
   The successful candidate will contribute to the performance of Nondestructive (NDT) Engineering Vendor Support for Electric Boat by providing technical evaluation, guidance, and expertise in the Ultrasonic Testing (UT) method. Primary responsibilities are reviewing Vendor Ultrasonic Testing procedure, monitoring supplier NDT practice, reviewing supplier NDT training programs, and evaluating the health of each supplier NDT program.
   
   Additional responsibilities will include:
   
   * Review, administer, and ensure vendor compliance with fabrication and NDT Submarine specification requirements.
   * Maintain company standards, procedures, best practices, and process improvements in the field on NDT.
   * Providing technical guidance, expertise, and problem resolution for material suppliers.
   * Involvement with Supplier Quality Assurance, Design and Engineering departments as well as Supervisor of Shipbuilding and NAVSEA Customer representatives.
   * Attending In-Depth Supplier Assessments (ISA) as the technical expert on NDT
   * Preparing technical reports as result of ISA findings, research and development, and problem resolution investigations.
   * Must be able to qualify NAVSEA 250-1500-1 within first 9 months of employment.
   * Travel is estimated to be no more than 15% per work year.
   
   Responsibilities
   
   * Applicant must be able to read, write, and interpret specifications, procedures, reports, and other documents
   * Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to ensure effective interface with a variety of organizations
   * Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills in order to evaluate situations, make recommendations, and take prompt and effective action
   * Applicant should have the interpersonal and communication skills necessary to investigate problems by effectively asking questions, extracting necessary data from available sources, and working with others to determine root causes and implement appropriate solutions
   
   Qualifications
   
   Required:
   
   * High-school diploma or equivalent
   * Level III certifications in UT or previously certified Level III in UT
   * Reviewing Vendor Ultrasonic Testing procedures
   * Basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point (or equivalent)
   * Ability to serve as project lead or technical expert on ISAs.
   * Ability to understand basic principles of multiple NDT methods and applications to determine weld and base metal performance.
   
   Preferred:
   
   * Presently or previously certified in multiple NDT methods as a Level II or III
   * A background in engineering or engineering support
   * Experience in Quality in an industrial environment, shipbuilding or other heavy fabrication
   * Familiarity with Military specifications (T9074-AS-GIB-010/271 and NAVSEA 250-1500-1)

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5. Post your job

   To find the right ultrasonic tester for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with ultrasonic testers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit ultrasonic testers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your ultrasonic tester job on Zippia to find and recruit ultrasonic tester candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with ultrasonic tester candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new ultrasonic tester

   Once you've selected the best ultrasonic tester candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new ultrasonic tester. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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