Offshore Rope Access Lead & NDT Level III Inspector

NDT.org; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

NDT.org is seeking a Level III Rope Access Technician to actively lead field and offshore operations, supervise crews, and ensure safety and readiness across piping, pipelines, and vessels. You will perform rope access inspections, maintenance, and repairs with advanced technical skills and strong leadership.

The role requires coordination with project managers, flexible travel, and on-the-job training of team members while offshore. Offshore experience and IRATA III certification are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with rope access.
• IRATA Level III certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to obtain: TWIC, HUET, Safe Gulf Training, Passport.
• Must meet company certification standards and have experience with inspection/NDT.

Responsibilities

• Inspect offshore structures, vessels, and pipelines for appurtenances using fixed or preset instruments.
• Examine materials for anomalies such as cracks or corrosion.
• Coordinate with project managers and customers to maintain workflow and satisfaction.
• Take cathodic potential (CP) readings using a drop-cell technique.
• Create drawings to supplement written data.
• Oversee equipment inspection and replacement and related logistics.
• Travel offshore or out-of-town as needed, sometimes with short notice.
• Provide on-the-job training, mentoring and assessment of team members offshore.
• Serve as Level III Rope Access Supervisor and perform project management offshore.

Skills

Report writing

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Math concepts

Geometry basics

Data interpretation

Team coordination

Leadership

Education

IRATA Level III certification

High school diploma or equivalent

TWIC

HUET

Safe Gulf Training

Passport

ASNT Level II certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NDT.org is seeking a Level III Rope Access Technician to actively lead field and offshore operations, supervise crews, and ensure safety and readiness across piping, pipelines, and vessels. You will perform rope access inspections, maintenance, and repairs with advanced technical skills and strong leadership.

The role requires coordination with project managers, flexible travel, and on-the-job training of team members while offshore. Offshore experience and IRATA III certification are essential.