Rope Access Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform rope access work in accordance with IRATA or SPRAT requirements.
• Safely access elevated and difficult-to-reach work areas using rope access systems.
• Perform assigned craft work while utilizing rope access techniques.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and remove rope access systems.
• Conduct pre-use equipment inspections and ensure all gear meets applicable standards.
• Participate in daily Job Safety Analyses (JSA), toolbox meetings, and hazard assessments.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure work areas remain safe and organized.
• Follow all company, client, OSHA, and site-specific safety procedures.
• Properly inspect, maintain, and store rope access equipment.
• Report unsafe conditions, incidents, or equipment deficiencies immediately.
• Assist with rescue preparedness and emergency response activities as required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of rope access activities and inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work in changing weather conditions and industrial environments.

Requirements:

• Current IRATA or SPRAT Rope Access certification (Level I or Level II).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass all required pre-employment screenings and site-specific training.
• Ability to work safely at heights and in physically demanding industrial environments.
• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including fall protection and rope access equipment.
• Ability to climb, lift, carry, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces and elevated locations.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, weekends, holidays, or varying shifts as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial insulation experience (preferred).
• NDT certifications (UT, PT, MT, VT, RT, ET, PMI, or other recognized methods).
• Additional craft experience including:
  • Mechanical
  • Pipefitting
  • Welding
  • Coatings/Painting
  • Structural Steel
  • Electrical