Rope Access UTSW Technician
Mistras Group, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Rope Access UTSW Technician for a full-time, nested position at our Texas City, TX location.
Qualifications
- Either certified as a Level I, II, or III Rope Access Technician (SPRAT or IRATA), or individuals with an interest in obtaining such certifications through company training.
- Safety, integrity, technical capabilities, customer service, and an ability to function effectively in a team environment.
- Rope Access Technicians are expected to serve as a positive and constructive role model and help each team member to excel with each job assignment.
Responsibilities
- Represents MISTRAS in a positive and professional manner at all times, regardless of adversity.
- Provides exemplary customer service and support (internal and external) that reflects integrity, collaboration, respect, and timely follow-through.
- Works effectively within a team structure to complete field and administrative assignments on time, with good quality, including Safe Work Plan (JHA), pre-planned rescue protocols, reports, and safety/operational field documentation.
- In accordance with the Company’s safety procedures, reflects an intense focus on safety, health, and risk management concerns and takes pride in safeguarding self and others during each job assignment.
- Conducts a daily safety meeting with all assigned personnel, revises the JHA if necessary, and ensures all appropriate parties are kept informed of changes.
- Uses effective leadership, management, and training to shape the performance of assigned team members, in keeping with company expectations, job descriptions, and policy standards.
- Documents and provides timely feedback to assigned personnel to recognize, reinforce, or modify performance, and boosts or maintains team morale.
- Serves as a safe, effective and valued member of the team as reflected in the results of periodic performance assessments, incorporating customer feedback.
- Keeps MISTRAS Project Manager(s) and other company leaders informed as appropriate.
- Proactively contacts leadership staff to engage assistance and resolve operational, safety, or performance concerns.
- Adheres to scope and technique standards associated with rope access certification and demonstrates mastery of the skills outlined in the Company’s Rope Access Procedures.
- Develops and maintains extensive knowledge of rescue preparedness, rescue management, and advanced rescue techniques.
- Follows company policies, procedures and work instructions at all times.
- Completes all training assignments on time and with satisfactory performance ratings.
- Punctual, prepared, and ready to work at the designated start time for each shift.
- Meets availability and attendance standards established by the Company.
- Knows, understands and exemplifies the Company’s Expedition Behaviors consistently.
- Performs other duties as assigned on an individual basis and as outlined in company policies, procedures and work instructions.
Minimum Requirements
- Maintains certification as a Level I, II, or III Rope Access Technician (SPRAT or IRATA) or an interest in obtaining such certifications.
- High school graduate or GED. Relevant bachelor’s and advanced degrees are an asset.
- Meets the Company’s first-aid, CPR, and AED certification requirements at time of hire or within 60 days thereafter, and maintains these certifications at all times.
- Valid driver’s license within the state of primary residence, without restrictions.
- Able to effectively use technology including computers and communication devices; proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and online communication platforms, and capable of basic technology troubleshooting.
- Proof of classroom hours or NDT training.
- Previous Level II Certifications/OJT.
MISTRAS Group, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity. Employment decisions, including initial hiring and all matters involving the terms and conditions of employment, will be made without regard to any protected class under applicable law. If hired, the employment relationship is “At-Will,” meaning that employment can be terminated at any time for any reason.