Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary:

Apave America Inc. is seeking Rope Access L1, 2, or 3, RT/RTR/UTT LVL II Technicians for a project located in the Mandan, ND region.

General Summary

The Rope Access RT/UTT LVL II & Assistant RT Technician is responsible for carrying out standard rope access operations under the direct supervision of an authorized Level III 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

• 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 concern.
• Perform all duties as assigned.
• Utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Follow the Rope Access Supervisors or the Rope Access Lead Technicians directions.
• Display a healthy respect for heights and follows all OSHA, site specific and IRISNDT safety procedures.
• Understands work permits and participate in job hazard analyses (JHA).
• Participates in required training, rope access certification sessions and maintains a working understanding of rope access safe working practices.
• Works in accordance with IRISNDT's rope access policies and Rope Access Code of Practice.
• 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 assist in rescues as directed and in accordance with certification level.
• Assist other crafts while not actively working on projects.
• Travel to sites as needed.

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Minimum 18 years of age
• SPRAT or IRATA Level 1, 2, or 3 Certification required
• SNT Level II certification in RT is required for Radiographers
  
• IRRSP or State Card required; Trainer Status is preferred
  
• RTR experience required
• SNT Level II certifications UTT required; Level II certifications in MT/PT considered an asset
  
• Radiation Safety Training
  
• Valid Driver's License and pre-access drug & alcohol testing required
• Pre-employment background checks will be required
  
• Must have a capacity for work at various heights

Work Conditions

• Field duties require outdoor work in diverse industrial environments with varying weather conditions.
• Interaction with other crew employees, as well as supervisors and client personnel.
• Working in plant and/or shop areas around production machinery with extreme noise levels.
• Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection.
• May be at more than one job site in a day and must be able to tolerate climate changes.
• May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

• 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)
  • Travel to different job sites as needed, sometimes on short notice
  • May require shiftwork (days, evenings, nights)
  • Ability to lift, move, and carry objects weighing 75lbs. or greater
  • Must be able to walk, sit, stand, bend, reach, and climb
  • 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
  • Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping
  • Working extended hours and standing for extended periods of time
  • Work in indoor and outdoor environments in conditions of extreme heat and/or cold
  • Work in and near industrial hazards
  • Must be able to walk and climb except when performing non-field duties
  • Remain consistently active throughout shift
  • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing and other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively
  • Sufficient vision (close vision and distance vision) or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to investigate
  • Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties
  • Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform routine in-field or office duties and travel to off-site locations
  • Must be able to wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection (PPE)
  • Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively
  • Exhibit sensible and responsible behavior
  • Ability to work autonomously or within a team environment
  • Ability to travel to different job sites, sometimes on short notice
  • Ability to work shiftwork if needed and/or required
• Physical and Mental Requirements:

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.

About IRISNDT:

IRISNDT is a tech-enabled value-adding service provider of Non-destructive Testing (NDT), Advanced NDT, Inspection, Asset Integrity Engineering, Software, and Specialized Mechanical Services to the chemical and petrochemical, refining, renewables, power, mining and other diverse end markets in the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Join IRISNDT to build a promising career. Our dynamic environment offers advanced technology and ongoing learning, placing you at the forefront of industry innovation. We prioritize a strong safety culture and invest in our team, promoting a family-friendly workplace and internal career advancement. With IRISNDT, elevate your career where progress and excellence converge.

We boast a team of over 2,000 dedicated staff members worldwide, our growth has been driven by seasoned management, robust technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to exceeding customer expectations.

For more information, visit our website at

*** 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.

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