Alexander Ponce
Wilmington,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented NDT Technician specializing in Eddy Current Testing (ECT) with hands-on experience inspecting critical industrial components in refinery and high-reliability environments. Skilled in surface and tubing inspection methods including UT, PT, MT, VT, ECT, RFT/NFT, IRIS, and RT assistant/radiation safety awareness. Certified in IRATA and SPRAT Level I Rope Access and experienced working safely in complex access environments. Recognized for strong attention to detail, procedural compliance, and accurate defect detection. Seeking to apply precision inspection skills in a surface Eddy Current role supporting ride safety and structural integrity.
Overview
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1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
NDE Technician
Kimco Staffing
Irvine, CA
06.2026 - Current
Perform Level II Visual Testing(VT) and Penetrant Testing(PT) per NAS-410 on Structural and Orbital Tube Welds. Documented inspection results and ensured compliance with aerospace quality standards.
NDE Technician
Mistras Group, Inc.
Torrance, CA
08.2022 - 06.2026
- Performed non-destructive inspections across refinery and industrial facilities during scheduled outages and maintenance periods.
- Conducted Eddy Current inspections to detect surface and near-surface defects including fatigue cracking and corrosion.
- Inspected heat exchangers, piping systems, vessels, reactors, and structural components.
- Applied UT, PT, MT, RT, VT, ECT, RFT, NFT, and IRIS methods to identify defects and ensure equipment integrity.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety standards, inspection procedures, and accurate reporting requirements.
- Worked collaboratively with inspectors, engineers, and safety teams to support critical inspection programs.
- Utilized rope access techniques to perform inspections in elevated or restricted areas.
Laborer – Demolition Support
Southwest Demolition Services
Los Angeles, CA
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Supported demolition teams with heavy lifting, structural tear-downs, and post-demolition cleanup.
- Assisted with material handling and site safety practices in residential and commercial environments.
- Developed strong mechanical awareness and experience working safely in physically demanding environments.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Phineas Banning Senior High School
Wilmington, CA06-2022
Skills
- Surface Eddy Current Testing
- Non-Destructive Testing (UT, PT, MT, VT, ECT, IRIS, RFT, NFT, RT)
- Defect Recognition and Evaluation
- Inspection Documentation & Reporting
- Industrial Safety Compliance
- Blueprint & Technical Drawing Interpretation
- Rope Access Inspection Support
- Bilingual Communication (English & Spanish)
Certification
NDT Level II-ASNT
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
- Visual Testing (VT)
- Eddy Current Testing (ECT)
- Remote Field Testing (RFT)
- Near Field Testing (NFT)
- Internal Rotary Inspection System (IRIS)
NAS-410 Level II Aerospace
- Penetrant Testing (PT)
- Visual Testing (VT)
Rope Access
- IRATA Level I – Tech No. 222110 (Valid July 2024–July 2027)
- SPRAT Level I – Cert #2401777 (Valid July 2024–July 2027)
Timeline
NDE Technician
Kimco Staffing
06.2026 - Current
NDE Technician
Mistras Group, Inc.
08.2022 - 06.2026
Laborer – Demolition Support
Southwest Demolition Services
03.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Phineas Banning Senior High School
Additional Skills
- Surface Eddy Current inspection techniques
- Defect detection: cracking, corrosion, fatigue damage, wall loss
- Inspection reporting and documentation
- Safety and procedural compliance
- RT Assistant Experience
- Bilingual: English & Spanish