Karin Simonsen Resume

1. Karin Simonsen
1976 Heatherlawn Dr
Toledo, Ohio 43614
419-902-1355
karinsimonsen@yahoo.com
Summary:  Work well in a high pressure environment.
 Major strengths in planning, problem solving and communication.
 Quickly learn procedures and methods.
 Self-starting, goal-oriented strategist whose confidence,
perseverance and vision promote success.
Experience: Mistras Group, Inc Heath, Ohio
Level II Technician: PT, MT, UTT, Sep 2013 to Jan 2016
VT, PMI, and RT Assistant
 Conducted radiographic, penetrant, ultrasonic and magnetic particle
tests, PMI on metal parts to determine if parts met nondestructive
specifications.
 Reviewed test orders and determined type of test requested, test
procedures to follow and part acceptability criteria.
 Applied agents such as cleaners, penetrants, developers and heat
parts in oven to prepare parts for testing.
 Determined test equipment settings according to type of metal,
thickness, distance from test equipment and related variables using
standard formulas.
 Calibrated test equipment such as magnetic particle, x-ray and
ultrasonic contact machines to standard settings.
 Set up equipment to perform tests and conducted tests on parts
following procedures established for specified tests performed.
 Examined surface-treated materials during penetrant and magnetic
particle tests to locate and identify cracks and other defects using
black light.
 Moved transducer probe across part when conducting ultrasonic
tests and observed screen to detect and locate discontinuities in
metal structures.
 Conducted ultrasonic tests on fabricated metallic and nonmetallic
parts and products to identify discontinuities.
 Reviewed work orders, test procedure sheets and product
acceptance criteria to determine test specifications.
 Attached specified crystal probe transducer to ultrasound test device
and moved switch to actuate device.
 Calibrated and adjusted ultrasonic test equipment to required
standards and settings.
 Sprayed couplant and other liquids over part to be tested, moved
transducer over part to be tested and observed CRT screen to detect
patterns of discontinuity such as cracks, inclusions, bonding defects

2. and porosity.
 Marked defective areas of part or product and prepared report of test
findings.
 Set up and operated computerized inspection equipment.
 Examined film when conducting radiographic tests to locate
structural or welding flaws.
 Marked tested parts to indicate defective areas.
 Evaluated test results against designated standards utilizing
knowledge of metals and testing experience.
 Prepared reports outlining findings and conclusions.
 Inspected and tested welded joints of work in progress and of
completed units for visible defects, correct dimensions, joint
strength, bead formation, weld penetration and conformance with
layout, blueprint and work order specifications.
 Examined joint to detect flaws, such as cracks, cold weld, spatter
and undercuts, using flashlight and magnifying glass.
 Inspected joints for hidden cracks and pits, using magnaflux
machine and ultrasonic testing equipment.
 Observed techniques and performance of welders in shops and at
construction sites.
 Recorded inspection data.
 Analyzed x-ray photographs of welded joints.
Team Industrial Services Detroit, MI
Technician Level II: PT, PMI (MT, UTT, VT, Feb 2011 to Sep 2013
Shear wave, Phase Array)
 Conducted ultrasonic tests on fabricated metallic and nonmetallic
parts and products to identify discontinuities.
 Attached specified crystal probe transducer to ultrasound test
device.
 Calibrated and adjusted ultrasonic test equipment to required
standards and settings.
 Sprayed couplant and other liquid over parts to be tested.
 Observed screen to detect patterns of discontinuity such as cracks,
inclusions, bonding defects and porosity.
 Marked defective areas of parts and product and prepared reports of
test findings.
 Set up and operated computerized inspection equipment.
 Used fluorescent and black lighting to search for defects, such as
fissures, weld breaks and fractures.
 Utilized magnetic particle and fluid penetrant inspection processes
and equipment.
 Immersed and sprayed ferrous magnetic metal parts with iron oxide
solution.
 Positioned parts between electrodes of magnetic testing equipment.
 Activated switch used to induce magnetic field in order to attract and

3. accumulate iron oxide particles at defective points.
 Immersed and sprayed nonmagnetic metal and nonmetallic parts
with fluid penetrant solution.
 Rinsed excess solution from parts and dried parts in oven.
 Examined parts under fluorescent and black lighting to detect
defects.
 Removed surface defects, using hand tools, power tools and
abrasive solutions.
 Marked part defects for repair and discarded them depending on
nature and extent of defects.
 Notified supervisor of defective processing of parts and materials.
 Observed shadows cast on fluorescent screen by x ray, PMI which
indicated presence of foreign matter.
Safety Management Systems Lafayette, LA
Teacher Jan 2010 to Feb 2011
 Attended professional meetings, conferences, and workshops in
order to maintain and improve professional competence.
 Trained students to responded to actual and potential air-crash
emergencies to prevent and extinguish fires and rescue plane crews
and passengers.
 Trained students to sprayed chemical foam onto runway surface to
minimize danger of fire and explosion on impact.
 Trained and managed fifty industrial students and achieved
significant improvements in their productivity.
 Trained students to participated in the removal of trapped and
injured crewmembers and passengers.
 Monitored activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and
provide assistance to swimmers.
 Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe areas.
 Rescued swimmers in danger of drowning and administered first aid.
 Gave swimming instructions.
 Structured and maintained a Fire Fighting training, Helicopter
Ditching, Water Survival, CPR, and First Aid.
Lee County Board of Education Ft. Myers, FL
Teacher 2002 to 2009
 Planned and conducted special education work and study program
for in-school youth.
 Conferred with regular education teachers and potential employers
to communicate objectives of work study program.
 Solicited cooperation with potential employers in adapting work
situations to special needs students.
 Evaluated IEP reports.
 Supervised and managed twenty special education students.
 Counseled and instructed selected students in matters such as

4. vocational choices, job readiness, job retention skills and behaviors.
 Assisted students in applying for jobs and accompanied them to
employment interviews.
Education: The Ocean Corporation Houston, Texas
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) & Under Water 2010
Welding (Commercial Diver)
Jacksonville University Jacksonville Florida
Bachelors in Science in Exceptional Child Education 2002
References: Dr. Donte Stafford.Team Industrial Services.
Guardian_21@yahoo.com. (228) 239-3857
Dwayne Miles. Team Industrial Services. (337) 962-2375
Tara Vogel. US Wildlife. Taraleev@gmail.com. (775) 815-1321
Michele Mazurek. PTA. michelemazurek@yahoo.com. (419) 654-5800