Rope Access Technician

Turner Industries; Whiting (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Turner Specialty Services, LLC is seeking experienced Rope Access Technicians for long-term assignments in Whiting, IN. Responsibilities include performing maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment while on ropes, with emphasis on safety and adherence to IRATA/SPRAT standards.

Applicants must have IRATA/SPRAT Level I–III certification, a TWIC card, NCCER certification, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• IRATA/SPRAT Level I–III certification required.
• TWIC Card required.
• NCCER Certification required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to pass background check and drug test.
• CPR certification required.
• Must be able to work at heights and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform rope access maintenance, repairs and other industrial tasks on equipment.
• Maintain safety per IRATA/SPRAT standards and procedures.
• Inspect rope access systems before use.
• Assist in rescues and document technical reports as needed.
• Communicate effectively with team and supervisors.
• Exhibit safe handling of PPE and equipment.

Skills

IRATA/SPRAT cert

TWIC Card

NCCER Certified

High School Diploma

Work at height capability

Lift 75 lbs

Valid Driver's License

Background check

Drug test

CPR Certification

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

IRATA/SPRAT certification

NCCER Certified

Job description

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

Turner Specialty Services, LLC is seeking experienced Rope Access Technicians with Level I, II, or III certification in the Whiting, IN area for long term assignments. The Rope Access Technician is responsible for carrying out standard rope access operations to perform maintenance, repairs, and other industrial work tasks on industrial petrol/chemical equipment while on ropes. The Technician must have the ability to perform work that is physically demanding, have good communication skills and the ability to assimilate a large amount of new information. Responsibilities may also include rescue operations, technical reports, and administrative tasks.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• IRATA / SPRAT Level I, II, or III certification
• Current TWIC Card Required
• Must be NCCER Certified
• Must have a capacity for work at height
• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• CPR certification
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace

Functional Requirements

• Uses Industrial Rope Access methods and related equipment to access and complete a wide variety of maintenance, repairs and other industrial work tasks while on ropes or in difficult access areas
• Maintains a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to the IRATA/SPRAT standards and practices
• Ensures team members utilize proper personal protective equipment
• Displays a healthy respect for heights and follows all OSHA, site specific and company's safety procedures
• Participates in required training and maintains a working understanding of rope access safe working practices
• Inspects and verifies rope access systems and components before use
• Recognizes worksite hazards and notifies the Rope Access Supervisor of any unsafe conditions
• Maintains proficiency at rescue techniques and assist in rescues as directed and in accordance with certification level
• Performs physical activities that require considerably use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, and walking

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movement of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30-50 lbs. from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; following oral and/or written directions, plans and blueprints; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

Keywords: NDT technician, inspection, rope access