Blaster/Painter- Rope Acces

Bilfinger; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bilfinger Inc. is seeking a Rope Access Supervisor to oversee the rope access program at the work site in Louisiana.

The role requires coordinating with clients and safety representatives, ensuring procedures, permits, and rescue plans are in place, and maintaining PPE and equipment for safe operations. The position involves mentoring junior staff, conducting safety meetings, and complying with Bilfinger Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising rope access programs at industrial work sites.
• Familiarity with offshore safety guidelines and rescue procedures.
• Ability to mentor junior rope access personnel and conduct tool-box talks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the rope access program at the work site.
• Coordinate with clients and safety reps on rope access safety and rescue procedures.
• Ensure all procedures are understood, planning is completed, and permits and risk analyses are in place.
• Maintain PPE and equipment, identify work zones, and ensure emergency readiness.
• Lead safety meetings, conduct audits, and mentor staff.

Skills

Rope access supervision

Safety coordination

Offshore safety

TWIC eligibility

Teamwork

Tools

SPRAT certification

IRATA training

Job description

Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With about 31,000 employees and over €5.4 billion in revenue in 2025, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

Bilfinger North America has a national reach spanning from Florida to Alaska, with professionals sharing a common goal: to keep promises, honor commitments, and exceed client expectations. We offer a diverse portfolio of services that includes national general contracting concentrating on the management and performance of Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contracts, Job Order Contracting, Design-Build, Bid-Build, and Construction Manager at Risk services; Industrial Maintenance and Turnaround Solutions; Chemical, Manufacturing, and Assembly services and Turbine Manufacturing

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the immediate supervision, implementation, and oversight of the rope access program at the work site
• Communicate and coordinate with clients and their safety representatives regarding rope access safety and rescue procedures for each activity being performed.
• Ensuring that all procedures are understood prior to the start of work
• Complete all required planning, safety meetings and documentation, including work permits, job hazard analyses, safety meetings and rescue plans
• Ensure that the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to be used
• Identify work zones and ensure the safety of any personnel who may enter these zones.
• Make certain that a prompt rescue of rope access personnel can be accomplished and that emergency services are available
• Make certain that all equipment on the worksite is protected from damage and is maintained in a safe condition throughout the work
• Ensure all Rope Access equipment is maintained and complies with Bilfinger’s procedures.
• Ensure that any rope access equipment that is damaged at the work site is removed from service
• Ensure all work is executed in accordance with Bilfinger Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems
• Prepare time sheets/client work sheets/SPRAT/IRATA hours / monthly checklists and submit to Rope Access Manager
• Mentor junior employees in rope access and working procedures
• Attend safety meetings/Tool-box-talks as required
• Carry out periodic audits as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Legally authorized to work in the job posted Country.
• Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) in the future if required for unit assignment. Information can be found at https://www.tsa.gov/twic.
• Previous offshore abrasive/UHP blast and paint/coatings on decks, piping, structural steel, vessels, tanks (internal/external).
• Familiar with the operating and safety procedures for plural component spray units, airless spray pumps and conventional spray pots.
• Familiar with the operating and safety procedures of cable rigging systems, spiders, etc.
• Strong team and customer service.
• A basic working knowledge of offshore safety guidelines

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Climbing, stooping, bending, balancing,reaching, pushing, pulling, and twisting.
• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator or blast hood for extended periods.
• May be required to work in extremely tight spaces or on elevated/suspendedplatforms.
• Must be willing to work in remote locations for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds often and occasionally up to 75 pounds.

For additional information please contactJacquelyn Griffith by email [e-mail].

Bilfinger Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.