Senior Rope Access Tech (SPRAT III) - Field Lead

Team Industrial Services; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

401k match

Paid vacation and holidays

Overtime with travel and per-diem

Job summary

TEAM Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Rope Access Level III Inspector to lead rope access operations on site, supervise rigging, plan rescues, and mentor Level I/II personnel in field inspections.

The role requires multi-discipline certifications and extensive experience in refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments, with a focus on safety, QA/QC, and compliance with SPRAT/IRATA and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Valid SPRAT or IRATA Level III certification in good standing.
• 3–5+ years of field experience in industrial rope access operations.
• Proven leadership ability in rigging, job planning, and worksite supervision.
• Familiarity with refinery, petrochemical plants, or similar heavy industrial environments.
• Physically fit for rope access work and able to pass medical and site-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site rope access team lead, overseeing all rigging, access, and descent/ascent activities per SPRAT or IRATA Level III standards.
• Perform complex inspections in elevated or confined locations using rope access techniques.
• Lead daily safety briefings, rescue planning, and job hazard analysis.
• Supervise and mentor Level I and Level II rope access personnel; ensure adherence to safe work practices.
• Interface with project managers, engineers, and client representatives to coordinate access plans and inspection deliverables.
• Execute or oversee installation of rope systems, anchors, lifelines, and safety zones according to industry and site-specific standards.
• Participate in and lead rescue scenarios and ensure rescue gear is maintained, staged, and ready for deployment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, SPRAT/IRATA guidelines, and TEAM safety protocols.
• Review inspection data, provide QA/QC oversight, and assist in reporting and documentation.

Skills

Rigging oversight

Worksite supervision

Technical inspections

Safety management

Communication

Tools

SPRAT/IRATA certifications

NDT data software

Digital reporting systems

Job description

TEAM Industrial Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Rope Access Level III Inspector to lead rope access operations on site, supervise rigging, plan rescues, and mentor Level I/II personnel in field inspections.

The role requires multi-discipline certifications and extensive experience in refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments, with a focus on safety, QA/QC, and compliance with SPRAT/IRATA and OSHA standards.