Rope Access Paint Leadman (Freeport, TX) - Austin Industrial

Austin Industries; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Industrial, Inc. seeks an experienced Rope Access Technician to perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs in hard-to-reach areas. The role requires comfort working at heights on construction sites, a strong mechanical background, and adherence to safety protocols.

Based in Houston, TX, the technician will collaborate with a team to complete tasks efficiently, operate related equipment, and document findings for supervisors. A TWIC card and valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• SPRAT/IRATA certification (Level I–III) preferred but Level II or III required for this role.
• 3–5 years journeyman level experience in rope access or similar.
• Valid Driver's License and clean driving record.
• TWIC card or ability to obtain one.
• Able to pass physical exam and maintain safety training.

Responsibilities

• Perform rope access inspections, maintenance, and repairs in hard-to-reach areas.
• Use hand and power tools for welding, rigging, and equipment operation.
• Inspect equipment/structures and report issues to supervisors.
• Coordinate with team to follow safety protocols on site.
• Transport materials and equipment on construction sites as needed.

Skills

Rope access

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding & rigging

Heavy equipment operation

Drilling & earth stabilization

Teamwork & communication

Education

ASNT Level II certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Austin Industrial, Inc. - We seek an experienced Rope Access Level 2 based in Houston, Texas.

This position requires current SPRAT/IRATA Certification (Level I, II or III) required, a Driver's License, and a TWIC Card.

Maintenance position working 4x10s plus occasional OT - No Per Diem.

About Austin Industrial

Austin Industrial delivers premier maintenance, construction, and soft craft services to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. Our team of 4,000 employee-owners, equipped with innovative technology and optimized procedures, helps owners optimize safety, productivity, profit margins, and cost-efficiency.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Rope Access Technician to join our team. This role involves performing maintenance, inspections, and repairs in hard-to-reach areas using rope access techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and be comfortable working at heights in various environments, including construction sites.

Duties

• Execute rope access techniques to safely reach work areas for inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Utilize hand tools and power tools to perform tasks such as welding, rigging, and heavy equipment operation.
• Conduct thorough inspections of equipment and structures to identify any issues that require attention.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure all safety protocols are followed during operations.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good working condition, ensuring they are always ready for use.
• Document work is performed and report any significant findings or concerns to supervisors.
• Drive trucks or operate forklifts as needed to transport materials or equipment on construction sites.

Skills

• Proficient in the use of hand tools and power tools relevant to the construction and maintenance industries.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.
• Experience in welding and rigging practices is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment operation is a plus.
• Must have experience with drilling and earth stabilization projects.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for truck driving responsibilities.
• Previous experience working on construction sites or geotechnical stabilization environments is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team-oriented environment.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications Required For This Position

Education

- no minimum education requirements.

Certification/Licenses

ASNT Level II certification preferred

• Valid TWIC card required
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record (required)
• Able to pass physical exam
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to provide clear and technical guidance to other technicians and subcontractors, ability to solve technical issues in the field

Experience

- 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience.

Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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No Third-Party Inquiries Please

• This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes, or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

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