Level III Rope Access Technician

Company Profile

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

The Level III Rope Access Technician actively leads field and offshore operations alongside fellow rope access technicians. This role encompasses safety management, work site organization, and supervisory responsibilities, providing leadership to work crews on various projects. The technician oversees and executes rope access operations, including inspection, maintenance, and repairs. Advanced technical skills, leadership abilities, and a strong commitment to safety are essential for this position.

The NDT Technician Level III will perform rope access industrial inspections onshore/offshore of piping, pipelines, pressure vessels, and mechanical and structural components.

Duties And Responsibilities

- Inspect offshore structures, vessels, and pipelines for appurtenances in conformance to specifications, using fixed or preset measuring instruments.

- Examine materials or products for anomalies, damage, or defects such as cracks, pits, incomplete welds, holes, dents, excessive corrosion, etc.

- Communicate and coordinate with Oceaneering project/operation managers and customers to maintain consistent workflow and customer satisfaction.

- Take cathodic potential (CP) readings using a “drop-cell” technique.

- Make appropriate drawings and sketches to supplement written data.

- Manage the inspection and replacement of equipment, as well as other logistical tasks associated with maintaining a sound state of readiness.

- Travel out-of-town or overseas, when needed, sometimes with short notice.

- Provide or arrange on-the-job training, mentoring and assessment of team members while offshore.

- Serve as a Level III Rope Access Supervisor and carry out project management, while working offshore.

- Adhere to all OII global Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), SPRAT & IRATA guidelines, and Global RA Manager's (SME) instructions.

- Prepare necessary reports regarding project.

- Promote and strive for safety excellence at all times.

- Take an active role in supporting the safety, quality and regulatory processes.

- Must be able to travel and work on a call-out basis, both domestic and international.

- Must be able to work in harsh environments.

- Performs additional responsibilities and tasks as required to support organizational objectives.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

- Minimum two (2) years of experience with rope access.

- Must hold IRATA Level III certification or SPRAT Level III with the experience need to qualify for an IRATA Level III conversion.

- Must possess or be able to obtain a TWIC card, valid Passport, Safe Gulf & HUET Water Survival.

- Must possess a valid driver’s license.

- Must have ability to meet company certification standards.

- Complete knowledge of Microsoft Office.

DESIRED:

- Previous experience with Inspection and/or non-destructive testing (NDT).

- ASNT Level II certifications.

- Petzl – PPE Training & Inspection Certification.

- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.

- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry.

- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

- Ensures that important information from management is shared with employees and others as appropriate.

- Gives and receives constructive feedback.

- Ensures that others involved in a project or effort are kept informed about developments and plans.

- Ensures that regular consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility.

Additional Information

PAY, BENEFITS AND WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position is considered OFFSHORE WORK which is characterized as follows:

- Outdoors and indoors, day and night, as well as over/near water.

- Occasional working within confined spaces.

- Requires working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment.

- Frequently the humidity is above 90%, noise is over 85 decibels, and the light is intense/glare.

- Potential exposure to open fire/flames/sparks.

- Constant exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases.

- Work surface is stable, height is elevated.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is considered HEAVY work.

OCCASIONAL

FREQUENT

CONSTANT

- Lift 50-100 pounds.

- Work in confined spaces, kneel, jump, run, work while lying on his stomach/back, crawl, and use repetitive movements of the arms and hands.

- Differentiate between colors.

- Wear PPE for skin protection.

- Eye protection.

- Lift 25-50 pounds.

- Wear PPE for head, hands.

- Climb stairs/ladders, stand, balance, stoop, squat, reach, and lift/carry objects.

- Twist, sit with back supported, head forward/flexed, head tilted/rotated.

- Work with arms extended below the waist, unsupported, elbows flexed, wrist supported and unsupported.

- Operate a motor vehicle.

- Lift 10-20 pounds.

- Standing and walking.

- Wear PPE for body, vision, and hearing protection.

- Steel/safety toed shoes/boots.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application.