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American Test Center

Traveling Inspection Technician

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $45,000–$48,000/yr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Richmond, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/27/2026

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What they do

A Physical or Geoscience Technician works with supervising geoscientists and geophysicists and uses specialized equipment to collect data on the earth's surface and interior. May assist with prospecting for underground sources of oil or gas.

$48,530 / year median in Indiana

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

This is an opportunity to begin a career as a travelling equipment inspector. You will primarily work with Fire Departments and Municipal Utility companies. We prefer those with mechanic, welding, or inspection experience, but anyone can apply.

TRAINING

Initial training for the position will begin with an online training orientation program. After beginner training, employees will work and train with a certified inspector. Training continues until certification requirements are met.

TRAVEL:

ABILITY TO TRAVEL EXTENSIVELY IS A MUST

. Technician assistants will travel for 4-6 week long assignments , followed by a weekend break. Breaks are scheduled for all major holidays, and occasional weekends. Company pays required travel expenses including airfare, lodging, per-diem etc. Geographical assignments can be in any one of our domestic territories. Although not promised, assignments could be close to home allowing additional home time.

COMPENSATION

ALL

NEW HIRES START IN A TRAINING / ASSISTANT POSITION

- Base Salary starts between $45,000 - $48,000/yr. Expect to take in an additional $7K -10K per year in per diem. With advancement through training, you can reach over $52,000 base salary in the first year of employment. We offer a variety of benefits including company vehicle, cell phone allowance, medical, 401k, vacation accrual and holiday pay.

CERTIFIED INSPECTOR CAREER

Once certified, technicians are based from home. Technicians will be given a fully-equipped company vehicle and will continue to service customers in their local geography. A typical coverage area is roughly a 200 mile radius depending on location. Travel will still be an expectation, however, there will be significantly more home time than during training.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Good physical condition (Physical demands include 80lb+ lifting, climbing, and kneeling) Thank you for your interest. American Test Center is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

On the road