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Non-Destructive Testers and Inspectors  (NOC 2261)
Newfoundland and Labrador
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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. They are employed by quality control, maintenance and safety departments of manufacturing, processing, transportation, energy and other companies and by private industrial inspection establishments.

NDT (non-destructive testing) maintenance technician, acoustic emission technician, aircraft non-destructive inspection technician, eddy current technician, industrial radiographer, infrared thermographer, liquid penetrant inspector, magnetic particle inspector, non-destructive inspector, non-destructive tester, pressure vessel tester, radiographic technician – non-destructive testing, ultrasonic inspector, visual inspector – welding, weld inspector.

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Non-destructive testers and inspectors perform some or all of the following duties:
  • 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.
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Wages for Non-Destructive Testers and Inspectors in Newfoundland and Labrador

Wages depend on job requirements and work conditions. They also vary between regions, for reasons such as location, labour agreements, and the availability of workers. The wages below are estimated before taxes.

Wage Estimates

Table of wage levels for your chosen occupation in your region as well as in the rest of the province or territory.
Location Wage ($/hr) Note
Low Median High
Canada 16.50 28.72 48.00 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Alberta 18.00 30.00 48.84 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
British Columbia 18.25 29.48 42.16 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Employment Insurance Data
Manitoba N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.
New Brunswick 15.25 24.52 43.14 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Employment Insurance Data
Newfoundland and Labrador 19.83 30.59 50.48 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Northwest Territories N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.
Nova Scotia 15.00 25.00 45.00 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Labour Force Survey - Statistics Canada
Nunavut N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.
Ontario 17.52 25.30 37.73 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Employment Insurance Data
Prince Edward Island N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.
Québec 15.25 22.00 36.70 Note
Reference Period: 2010-2011
Source: Employment Insurance Data
Saskatchewan N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.
Yukon N/A N/A N/A Note

Due to data limitations, the wage for this occupation cannot be published. Please refer to the wage published for this occupation at the national level.
[ Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC | Wage Methodology ]
Please consult the Newfoundland and Labrador and Newfoundland and Labrador tabs for more useful information related to wages.