Rope Access Technician Lvl I, II, III - Whiting, IN

About the Role

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 petrochemical equipment while on ropes. Responsibilities may also include rescue operations, technical reports, and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 assists in rescues as directed and in accordance with certification level.
• Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, and walking.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• IRATA / SPRAT Level I, II, or III certification.
• Current TWIC Card.
• NCCER Certified.
• 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.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation.
• CPR certification.
• Compliance with job site safety requirements (e.g., clean shaven, long sleeves, steel toe boots).
• Use of safety equipment as required by the client (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard).

Physical Involvement

• 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, and walking.
• Seeing (with or without correction) and hearing (with or without correction).
• Following set procedures and standards, applying basic mathematical skills, and 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 measurable standards.
• Following oral and/or written directions, plans, and blueprints.
• Reading and writing.
• Recognizing and reporting safety hazards.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, ADD, voluntary life/ADD, and disability benefits.
• Leaves of absence.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Telehealth access.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

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