Rope Access Insulator - Turner Industries

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation's top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC's 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

We are seeking a Rope Access Insulator with level I, II, or III certification for position(s) in the Freeport, TX area for long-term assignments. This role covers boilers, pipes, tanks and refrigeration units with insulating materials, such as fiberglass, cork, plastic and magnesia to reduce loss or absorption of heat, prevent moisture condensation and to deaden sound, utilizing rope access. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• IRATA / SPRAT Level I, II, or III certification
• Current TWIC Card Required
• NCCER Certified is a plus
• NDE Certifications - VT, MT, UTT, PT
• No per diem
• Must have a capacity for work at height
• Ability to lift and carry 75 pounds
• Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation
• Job site safety requirements as required by the client (long sleeves, steel toe boots, etc.)
• Safety equipment as required by the client (hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, respirator, hearing protection, safety harness with lanyard, etc.)
• Applicant/employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the work place

Functional Requirements:

Wires prefabricated fiberglass covering around steam and hot water piping, Trowels mastic or brushes cement on insulation to obtain a smooth finish and covers piping with cloth, Fits thermo-block and magnesia-block insulation around insulating boilers, evaporators, and turbines, Wires insulation on machinery and staples wire netting over insulation, Trowels cement on wire netting to protect insulating material, Wires cork on salt water, refrigeration and air-conditioning piping and cements cloth over insulating material to obtain a smooth finish, Cuts sheets of insulation into sections, Fits and cements sections around fittings, Covers gas piping of refrigeration or air-conditioning systems with molded plastic, Fabricates detachable insulation for valves or similar fittings, Wires detachable covers on valves or fittings, Installs fiberglass or spun glass on ventilation systems to deaden sound and prevent vibration, Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction; uses Industrial Rope Access methods and related equipment to access and complete a wide variety of maintenance, repairs and other industrial work tasks while on ropes or in difficult access areas; maintains a safe, secure and healthy environment by adhering to the IRAT/SPRAT standards and practices; ensures team members utilize proper personal protective equipment; displays a healthy respect for heights and follows all OSHA, site specific and company's safety procedures; participates in required training and maintains a working understanding of rope access safe working practices; 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; performs physical activities that require considerably use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, and walking

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement:

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movement of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30-50 lbs. from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction; following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; following oral and/or written directions, plans and blueprints; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

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