Rope Access Insulator

Position Summary

 

Acuren is currently seeking experienced Rope Access Insulators for a 4-week industrial project in St. Charles, Louisiana.

 

 

This position is part of our U.S. Workforce Deployment Team, which supports customer turnaround, outage, and project staffing needs across the country. Assignments vary in duration based on project requirements and business demand. 

Responsibilities

The Rope Access Insulator will be responsible for installing, removing, repairing, and maintaining industrial insulation systems on piping, vessels, tanks, and other equipment while utilizing rope access techniques to safely access elevated or difficult-to-reach work areas.

 

Candidates must be experienced in industrial insulation applications, comfortable working at heights, and able to work extended schedules as project demands require.

Project Details

• Start Date: November 9, 2026

• Duration: Approximately 4 weeks

• Schedule: 5x10s, with potential for 6x10s or 7x10s.

• Per Diem: Available for eligible employees residing 90+ miles from the jobsite. Required proof of residency and supporting documentation must be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, remove, repair, and replace industrial insulation on piping, vessels, tanks, and equipment.

• Perform insulation work utilizing 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 various insulation materials, including mineral wool, fiberglass, calcium silicate, and other industrial insulation products.

• Safely rig, inspect, and utilize 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 to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements.

• Maintain proper housekeeping and follow all company and customer safety procedures.

• Work extended hours, weekends, and additional shifts as required to support project schedules.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Current SPRAT or IRATA Level I or Level II certification.

• Valid TWIC card – physical card MUST be in hand. No exceptions.

• 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 5x10s, with flexibility for 6x10s or 7x10s depending on project needs.

• Ability to meet all company and customer onboarding, safety, and site-access requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous refinery, petrochemical, or turnaround experience.

• Experience installing metal jacketing and removable insulation systems.

• Experience supporting emergency maintenance or short-duration industrial projects.

Company Overview and Benefits

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

 

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

 

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

 

Benefits

 

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Employee stock purchase plan