Rope Access Industrial Insulation Technicians

Apave America is seeking an experienced Rope Access Industrial Insulator to join our team in Houston, TX. This is a Full-Time, call out position servicing multiple client sites in the area!

Position Overview: 

The Rope Access Industrial Insulation Technician is responsible for carrying out standard rope access industrial insulation 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 & Responsibilities:

• Install, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment
• Perform any other related tasks as requested by the customer
• Assist other crafts while not actively working on insulation project
• Follow all safety rules and regulations
• Must have reliable transportation
• Travel to sites as needed

• Maintain 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 concerns
• Read blueprints, sketches, building plans and specifications to determine the scope of work; locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required; identify all tools required for tasks
• Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks; recognize worksite hazards and notify the rope access supervisor of any unsafe conditions
• Inspects and verifies rope access systems and components before use
• Follow 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 Apave America safety procedures
• Participates in required training, rope access certification sessions and maintains a working understanding of rope access safe working practices
• Works in accordance with Apave America's rope access policies and Rope Access Code of Practice
• Maintain proficiency at rescue techniques and assist in rescues as directed and in accordance with certification level
• May be required to assist other crafts as directed by project supervision

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Current SPRAT and/or IRATA Rope Access Level 1 certification required
• NCCER/NCCER Plus certifications in Industrial Insulation will be considered an asset
• Valid TWIC Card required
• Valid Driver's License and pre-access drug and alcohol testing required
• Pre-employment background checks will be required

Work Conditions:

• Field duties require indoor and outdoor work in diverse industrial environments with varying climate conditions
• Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors, client personnel and a wide range of stakeholders
• Working in a plant and/or shop area around production machinery with extreme noise levels
• Work from various levels of heights and/or confined spaces for long periods of time
• Wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift, move and carry objects weighing 75 lbs. repeatedly
• Must be able to walk, stand, bend, reach, and climb
• Must be able to work indoors/outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at heights, including climbing tanks, ladders, scaffolding, towers, piping systems, catwalks, structural steel, and wind turbines
• Must be able to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and work in various environments including from heights and confined spaces
• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit the employee to investigate
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office job duties
• Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit the employee to perform in-field or office job duties
• Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively
• Exhibits sensible and responsible behavior

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) W/Matching
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account

NOTE: To be considered, applicants must be able provide documentation of current or previous certifications, as well as all classroom and/or on-the-job training (OJT) hours required for certification.

*** Apave America Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and other protected characteristics. ***

We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.  We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees.