Rope Access Technician

Rope Access Technician

General Summary

The Rope Access NDE Technician is responsible for carrying out standard rope access operations under the direct supervision of an authorized Level 3 rope access supervisor.

The technician will use Industrial Rope Access methods and related equipment to access and complete a wide variety of inspection, maintenance and other industrial work tasks while on ropes or in difficult access areas.

Technicians 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. Work hours, locations, shifts and nature of work assignments vary greatly and travel may be required.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to Company / Customer safety standards and practices and to legal regulations, alerting others regarding potential hazards or concern;
• Performs all duties as assigned and adheres to TEAM’s Core Values and 7 Critical Choices.
• Utilizes proper personal protective equipment.
• Follows the Rope Access Supervisor’s or the Rope Access Lead Technician’s directions.
• Displays a healthy respect for heights and follows all OSHA, site specific and Team safety procedures.
• Understands work permits and participate in job hazard analyses.
• Participates in required training, rope access certification sessions and maintains a working understanding of rope access safe working practices.
• Works in accordance with TEAM rope access policies and Rope Access Code of Practice.
• 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.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• IRATA / SPRAT certification
• NDT / NDE Certification preferred
• Travel required.
• Must have a capacity for work at height.

Work Conditions

• Field duties require outdoor work in a plant atmosphere with varying weather conditions.
• Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors and client personnel.
• Working in plant and / or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping.
• Tasks may also include physically moving and setting up inspection equipment (maximum component weight + / - 50 lbs.).
• Climbing and working off of ladders, stairs, scaffolding and objects in excess of 100 ft.
• Working extended hours and standing for extended periods of time.
• Work in indoor and outdoor environments in conditions of extreme heat and / or cold.
• Work in and near industrial hazards.
• Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties.
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits employee to communicate effectively.
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodations to perform office duties and travel when necessary to off-site locations.
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively.
• Exhibits sensible and responsible behavior.
• Must meet IRATA / SPRAT certification requirements

TEAM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.