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Gulf Island Fabrication

Fabricates complex steel structures and modules

Offshore Rope Access Level 1 Combo Welder

Welding & Sheet MetalConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHouma, LA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of experience as a Rope Access Level I Technician is required.
  • At least 2 years of offshore welding experience is required.
  • An active SPRAT or IRATA Level I certification is required.
  • Advanced theoretical knowledge of rope access equipment and techniques is required.
  • Ability to work at heights is required.
  • Ability to work in a team environment is required.
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills are required.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures and emergency response protocols is required.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen is required.
  • Ability to pass a background check is required.
  • A valid TWIC card is required.
  • Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50–75 pounds, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Safely supervise, plan, and execute rope access operations, including inspections, upkeep, repairs, blasting, painting, rigging, torquing, and assisting with fitting or welding tasks on offshore platforms.
  • Use rope access techniques to perform and lead rope access technicians in inspections, maintenance, repairs, blasting, painting, rigging, torquing, fitting, and/or welding on offshore platforms under the direct supervision of a Rope Access Level III Technician.
  • Use welding equipment to weld on offshore platforms while using rope access techniques.
  • Develop and implement rope access work plans and risk assessments.
  • Follow safety procedures, including equipment inspection, fall protection measures, and communication protocols.
  • Coordinate with other departments to integrate rope access operations with overall project objectives.
  • Conduct on-site safety briefings and training sessions for team members.
  • Prepare detailed reports of work performed, including issues or incidents.
  • Maintain accurate records of equipment usage, maintenance, and inventory.
  • Identify and remove damaged rope access equipment.
  • Identify and mitigate potential workplace hazards to ensure a safe and compliant worksite.
  • Maintain a climbing logbook in accordance with SPRAT/IRATA guidelines.
  • Stay current with industry standards and best practices for rope access work.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
  • Work outdoors for 80% to 90% of activities and work in varying temperatures and weather conditions, including hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, as well as dust and mud; exposure to fumes such as paint, paint thinners, diesel, and/or gas may occur.

Desired Qualifications

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

About the Company

Gulf Island Fabrication

Fabricates complex steel structures and modules

Gulf Island Fabrication builds custom steel structures and modular units for the energy and industrial sectors, backed by services like project management, hookup and commissioning, repair, maintenance, scaffolding, coatings, and field support. Its process starts with designing and fabricating steel components, assembling modules, and installing them on site, followed by testing and commissioning and ongoing maintenance. The company differentiates itself by offering integrated, end-to-end solutions—from engineering and fabrication to field services and staffing—across multiple facilities in The Woodlands and Houma. Its goal is to serve as a trusted partner that delivers complete fabrication and support for complex projects for energy producers, refining, petrochemical, LNG, industrial and power operators, and EPC firms.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1985

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