Rope Access Pipefitter III

Brown & Root•Baytown, TX

About The Position

Brown & Root is seeking qualified SPRAT- or IRATA-certified Rope Access Pipe Fitters to perform industrial pipe fitting activities using rope access methods. The role includes pipe fitting, fabrication, installation, removal, and maintenance while working at height, along with flange assembly and disassembly, bolting, and related mechanical work. The position follows site safety requirements, permits, JSAs, and direction from Rope Access Level 3 supervision, while maintaining quality and working efficiently in challenging access locations. The job requires safely establishing and maintaining rope access work positions in accordance with company and SPRAT/IRATA requirements, and inspecting and properly using assigned rope access and craft equipment. The role may require independent decision-making and leading and directing crews safely and efficiently. It typically reports to a manager. Physical requirements include standing 70% and walking 30%; lifting up to 50 lb., carrying 40 lb., pushing 40 ft-lb., and pulling 70 ft-lb. Climbing and balancing are frequent. Stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling are occasional; reaching, handling, and fingering are constant.

Requirements

Current SPRAT or IRATA Level 1 or Level 2 certification.
Industrial pipe fitting experience.
Ability to safely perform physically demanding work at height.
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines.

Responsibilities

Perform pipe fitting, fabrication, installation, removal, and maintenance activities while working at height.
Assist with flange assembly and disassembly, bolting, and related mechanical work.
Safely establish and maintain rope access work positions in accordance with company and SPRAT/IRATA requirements.
Inspect and properly use assigned rope access and craft equipment.
Follow site safety requirements, permits, JSAs, and direction from Rope Access Level 3 supervision.
Maintain quality workmanship while working efficiently in challenging access locations.
Make some independent decisions and lead and direct crews safely and efficiently, as required.