Non-destructive testers and inspectors
Non-destructive testers and inspectors operate radiographic, ultrasonic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current and similar testing equipment to detect discontinuities in objects of various compositions and materials.
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 2
Skill Level
AB, SK, BC
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Transport, set up and calibrate non-destructive testing equipment
- Conduct tests to ensure quality or detect discontinuities (defects) using ultrasonic, radiographic, liquid penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current and other non-destructive testing methods
- Establish techniques for proper examination of objects under inspection, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations
- Interpret radiographs, cathode ray tube (CRT) or digital readouts, conductivity meters and visual indicators
- Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications or standards and evaluate results
- Organize and report test results
- May perform specialized inspections using acoustic emission, vibration analysis, infrared thermography and laser shearography testing methods
- May instruct and supervise trainees.
Qualifications
- checkCompletion of secondary school is required.
- checkCompletion of two years of an approved post-secondary science or engineering program may be required.
- checkAdditional classroom and on-the-job training is required for certification in non-destructive testing.
- checkNon-destructive testing certification by Natural Resources Canada is available in three levels and is usually required by employers.
- checkIndustrial radiographers using a radioactive isotope must pass an examination to be recognized as a certified exposure device operator by the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission.
- checkWelding inspector certification by the Canadian Welding Bureau is available in three levels and may be required by employers.
- checkBoiler and pressure vessel, process pipeline and above-ground storage tank inspector certification is available from the American Petroleum Institute.
Market Outlook by Province
Alberta
The employment outlook will be Moderate for non-destructive testers and inspectors (NOC 22230) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about non-destructive testers and inspectors in Alberta: Approximately 3,700 people work in this occupation. Non-destructive testers and inspectors mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 61%Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 7%Oil and gas extraction (NAICS 211): 6%Construction (NAICS 23): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 93% compared to 80% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 7% compared to 20% for all occupations45% of non-destructive testers and inspectors work all year, while 55% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 38 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.19% of non-destructive testers and inspectors are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 91% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 9% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 20% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 43% compared to 13% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 19% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 21% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Moderate for non-destructive testers and inspectors (NOC 22230) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about non-destructive testers and inspectors in Saskatchewan: Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Non-destructive testers and inspectors mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 62%Primary metal manufacturing (NAICS 331): 17%Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 6%Fabricated metal product manufacturing (NAICS 332): 6%Construction (NAICS 23): 5% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 90% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 10% compared to 19% for all occupations52% of non-destructive testers and inspectors work all year, while 48% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.9% of non-destructive testers and inspectors are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 89% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 11% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 41% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 35% compared to 15% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Moderate
Outlook
British Columbia
The employment outlook will be Limited for non-destructive testers and inspectors (NOC 22230) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Some physical duties of this occupation could be performed by automation technologies, which may enable workers to do their jobs more efficiently. The adoption of new technologies such as robotics (including autonomous vehicles, drones, sensors) integrated with digital innovations are expected to bolster industries including construction, manufacturing, transportation, warehousing, and trade.Here are some key facts about non-destructive testers and inspectors in British Columbia: Approximately 550 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Non-destructive testers and inspectors mainly work in the following sectors: Architectural, engineering and design services (NAICS 5413): 60%Construction (NAICS 23): 10%Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 94% compared to 78% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 6% compared to 22% for all occupations47% of non-destructive testers and inspectors work all year, while 53% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 41 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.17% of non-destructive testers and inspectors are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 91% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 9% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 19% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 48% compared to 13% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 22% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
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TEER 2 occupations require college education or apprenticeship training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
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Top Companies Hiring
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Acuren
3 active roles · Red Deer, AB · Edmonton, AB
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2 active roles · Edmonton, AB
Rockwood Service Corporation
2 active roles · Rocky View County, AB
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1 active role · Levis, QC
Acuren Inspection, Inc.
1 active role · Dartmouth, NS
Toronto Transit Commission
1 active role · Toronto, ON
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Quality Control Testing
to use standardized testing procedures, accurately document test results and ensure materials meet specified quality standards
Evaluation
to establish techniques for inspection to ensure objects adhere to safety regulations
Near Vision
to accurately observe and interpret fine details and anomalies in the materials being tested
Pattern Identification
to interpret radiographs, readouts, meters and visual indicators for patterns indicating defects
Attention to Detail
to meticulously inspect and document variations in material properties and potential defects
Knowledge in Vehicle, Machinery and Equipment Operations
to understand techniques and safety regulations to inspect the operation of equipment and the potential defects or failures of materials
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