What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rope Access Technician position at Brown & Root?
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
Qualifications:
- 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