Rope Access Insulator

Acuren Inspection, Inc. • New Orleans, LA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Acuren is seeking experienced Rope Access Insulators for an approximately four-week industrial project in St. Charles, Louisiana. The role is part of the U.S. Workforce Deployment Team, which supplies staffing for customer turnarounds, outages, and projects across the country; assignment durations vary according to project requirements and business demand. The work is scheduled to begin November 9, 2026. Employees work 5x10-hour schedules, with possible 6x10 or 7x10 schedules as project needs require. Per diem is available to eligible employees who live at least 90 miles from the jobsite and provide required proof of residency and supporting documentation.

The Rope Access Insulator installs, removes, repairs, and maintains industrial insulation systems on piping, vessels, tanks, and other equipment, using rope access to reach elevated or otherwise difficult-to-access work areas. The work involves insulation materials such as mineral wool, fiberglass, and calcium silicate, as well as metal jacketing, cladding, and protective coverings. Employees must be comfortable working at heights, able to perform physically demanding industrial work, and available for extended schedules, including weekends and additional shifts when required.

Employees are hired on a temporary, casual basis to meet specific business needs. This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, paid holidays, or paid time off. Acuren provides inspection, testing, certification, and asset integrity services across energy, industrial, and public infrastructure sectors and employs more than 5,000 professionals. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request. The company may use AI-enabled tools to organize candidate responses during screening or assessment.

Requirements

• Current SPRAT or IRATA Level I or Level II certification.
• Valid TWIC card; the physical card must be in hand.
• Previous industrial insulation experience, preferably in refineries or petrochemical facilities.
• Ability to safely work at heights using rope access equipment.
• Knowledge of industrial insulation materials, installation techniques, and safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in an industrial environment.
• Availability to begin work November 9, 2026.
• Ability to work 5x10-hour schedules, with flexibility for 6x10 or 7x10 schedules depending on project needs.
• Ability to meet all company and customer onboarding, safety, and site-access requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous refinery, petrochemical, or turnaround experience.
• Experience installing metal jacketing and removable insulation systems.
• Experience supporting emergency maintenance or short-duration industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove, repair, and replace industrial insulation on piping, vessels, tanks, and equipment.
• Perform insulation work using approved rope access techniques and equipment.
• Measure, cut, fit, and install insulation materials according to project specifications.
• Install and remove metal jacketing, cladding, and protective coverings as required.
• Work with mineral wool, fiberglass, calcium silicate, and other industrial insulation products.
• Safely rig, inspect, and use rope access equipment in accordance with applicable procedures and certification requirements.
• Perform work in elevated, confined, and difficult-to-access areas while following established safety protocols.
• Coordinate with rope access supervisors, site leadership, and other craft personnel to complete assigned work.
• Inspect completed insulation work for quality and compliance with project requirements.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and follow company and customer safety procedures.
• Work extended hours, weekends, and additional shifts as required to support project schedules.

Benefits

• Per diem is available for eligible employees residing 90 or more miles from the jobsite, subject to required proof of residency and supporting documentation.
• The position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, paid holidays, or paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed