Rope Access Level II​/III Technician - Cherry Point, WA

Apave America is seeking Technicians with Rope Access Level 2 or 3 for Full-Time Resident positions nested within one of our client sites located in the Cherry Point, WA area!

This role responsible for carrying out standard rope access operations under the direct supervision of an authorized Level III rope access supervisor, or acting as the direct supervisor over the crew if certified to Level 3. 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 may vary greatly, and travel may be required.

• 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.
• Oversee Rope Access Technicians to ensure work is performed correctly and safely OR
• Follow the Rope Access Supervisor’s or the Rope Access Lead Technician’s directions.
• Display a healthy respect for heights and follows all OSHA, site specific and Apave America safety procedures.
• Understand work permits and participate in job hazard analyses (JHA).
• Participate in required training and rope access certification sessions and maintain a working understanding of rope access safe working practices.
• Work in accordance with Apave America's rope access policies and Rope Access Code of Practice.
• Inspect and verifies rope access systems and components before use.
• Recognize worksite hazards and notify the Rope Access Supervisor or Site Manager of any unsafe conditions.
• Maintain 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.
• Utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform all duties as assigned.

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• SPRAT or IRATA Level 2 or 3 Certification required
• SNT Level II certifications in RT, MT, PT, UTT considered an asset
• Valid Driver License and pre-access drug & alcohol testing required
• Pre-employment background checks will be required
• Must have a capacity for work at various heights

• 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.

• Ability to lift, move and carry objects weighing 75 lbs. repeatedly
• 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.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking and stooping.
• Tasks may also include physically moving and setting up inspection equipment (maximum component weight +/- 50 lbs.).
• Working extended…