Job Posting: Rope Access Team Leader (Level 3)
Location: East San Francisco Bay Area
Focus: Petrochemical and related service locations
Pay Range: $27-35 per hour starting wage, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-time. Typical schedule is 40 hrs/week Monday-Thursday.
Benefits: Yes, subject to eligibility requirements
Overview
The Mistras Ropeworks Team is looking for a motivated and qualified Rope Access Team Leader (Level 3) to help support our growing rope access program in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Team Leaders will be required to actively lead field operations with fellow rope access technicians in several local petroleum refineries. On a broader scale, the Team Leader will have the opportunity to help grow and strengthen the business across a variety of customers and related industries. With demonstrated success, the Team Leader will be asked to take on more project management and administrative responsibilities and QA oversight of safety, customer service, equipment, and company policy/procedure compliance.
Important:
The person holding this position is expected to maintain primary residence in the San Francisco Bay Area (or within reasonable commute distance).
Primary Responsibilities
• Serve as a Level 3 Rope Access Supervisor as defined by SPRAT or IRATA and 
carry out project management and other administrative duties as required;
• Ensure Mistras / Ropeworks safety and professional standards are
consistently met;
• Take an active role in supporting the safety, quality and regulatory processes;
• Communicate and coordinate with Mistras project managers and customers to maintain consistent workflow and customer satisfaction;
• Manage the inspection and replacement of equipment, as well as other
logistical tasks associated with maintaining a sound state or readiness;
• Provide or arrange on-the-job training, mentoring and assessment of team
members;
• Support business development and help retain existing customer base.
Minimum Qualifications
• Level 3 SPRAT or IRATA Certified Rope Access Technician
• ASNT Level II certifications are preferred but not required
• Eligible for employment in the United States, based on citizenship or long-term work permit.
• Valid driver’s license, without restrictions
• Able to meet the company’s hiring standards
Essential Qualities
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following:
• Maintains a positive attitude, even when stressed
• Takes pride in professionalism and a customer-centered focus
• Plans ahead and takes initiative
• Supervises and mentors others with patience and respect
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and improvement
• Leads by example, and is able to establish a solid basis of trust across a
diverse group
Professional Experience
• Demonstrated experience as a Rope Access Team Leader (Level 3)
• Solid technical skills as a rope access technician
• Computer / technology savvy with common software, email and communication platforms
• Experience and/or aptitude for working in the petrochemical industry preferred
• Inspection experience and certifications are desired.
Benefits (eligibility after 90 days of full-time service)
• Vacation & Holiday, subject to company policy
• Medical/Vision/Dental/ Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance, Travel Support and other ancillary benefits
• Retirement 401K (after 6 months)
How To Apply
If you meet or exceed the qualifications and experience requirements, you’re encouraged to apply. Please send a detailed cover letter and current resume to jobs@ropeworks.com. Please reference the job code “L3-Petrochem-Bay Area (CA)” in your materials. Upon receipt, you will be asked to complete a candidate profile worksheet, which will ask for this job code and also capture key information about your background. Thank you for your interest in joining the Ropeworks Team!
About Ropeworks®
The Ropeworks Center of Excellence (COE) was formed by the acquisition of Skala/Ropeworks by Mistras Group in December 2010. Since 1994, Ropeworks has been a leading provider of rope access training, equipment and services in North America. Ropeworks is committed to further developing rope access and leadership training programs to grow an international presence with Mistras. For more information about Ropeworks, please visit www.ropeworks.com.
About Mistras
Mistras is a leading “one source” global provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructure. Mission critical services and solutions are delivered globally and provide customers the ability to extend the useful life of their assets, improve productivity & profitability, comply with government safety and environmental regulations and enhance risk management operational decisions. For more information about Mistras Group, please visit www.mistrasgroup.com.