Chad Dearing
St Louis
Summary
Results-driven NDT Inspector with extensive experience at Prime NDT Services, skilled in ultrasonic and radiographic testing. Enhanced inspection efficiency and safety standards through meticulous defect recognition and technical report writing. Proven ability to train teams and implement improvements, fostering a culture of quality and compliance in non-destructive testing.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
NDT Inspector Level II RT, MT, VT, PT, UTT
Prime NDT Services
11.2019 - Current
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by providing detailed reports on findings from NDT inspections.
- Increased efficiency in inspection processes through the utilization of advanced NDT methods such as ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and radiographic testing.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of NDT methods and equipment to recommend upgrades or improvements as needed for optimal performance.
- Improved safety standards by identifying and reporting defects in metals, composites, and other industrial products.
NDT Technician RT, MT, VT, PT, UTT
IUOE 112
11.2005 - Current
- Visually examined materials, structures and components for signs of corrosion, metal fatigue and cracks.
- Maintained a strong safety culture within the NDT department by adhering to established best practices and promoting awareness among team members.
- Streamlined reporting processes by creating clear and concise documentation of findings for engineering teams to review.
- Assisted in maintaining industry compliance by adhering to established procedures, codes, and standards during inspections.
- Increased equipment reliability with thorough evaluation of weld quality using visual inspection and other NDT methods.
- Boosted team efficiency by training new technicians on proper usage of NDT equipment and techniques.
- Supported project completion timelines with timely execution of scheduled inspections and tests.
- Reduced inspection time with the efficient use of ultrasonic, radiographic, and magnetic particle testing methods.
- Used Software to document non-destructive testing methods, processes and results.
- Performed liquid dye penetrant tests on piping and vessels to inspect for discontinuities and cracks.
- Contributed to increased product quality by identifying defects in raw materials and finished goods through NDT methods.
- Used Type and Type radiographic techniques to produce images of objects on film.
- Calibrated and maintained over Number pieces of sensitive non-destructive testing equipment.
- Implemented corrective actions based on NDT findings, resulting in improved manufacturing processes.
Education
Diploma - High School
Lindbergh High School
St Louis, MO06.2003
General Studies
Meramec Community College
St Louis, MONon Destructive Testing - NDT
IUOE 112
Anderson, INSkills
- Visual inspection techniques
- Magnetic particle inspection
- Pressure vessel inspection
- Quality control procedures
- Weld inspection
- Equipment calibration
- Liquid penetrant inspection
- Technical report writing
- Maintenance and troubleshooting
- Image analysis
- Non-destructive testing
- Pipeline inspection
- Radiation safety procedures
- Ultrasonic testing
- Interpretation of radiographs
- Defect recognition
- Industrial codes and standards
- Film processing
- Radiographic testing
Timeline
NDT Inspector Level II RT, MT, VT, PT, UTT
Prime NDT Services
11.2019 - Current
NDT Technician RT, MT, VT, PT, UTT
IUOE 112
11.2005 - Current
Diploma - High School
Lindbergh High School
General Studies
Meramec Community College
Non Destructive Testing - NDT
IUOE 112
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