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Welding Rope Access Jobs in Louisiana (NOW HIRING)

RAIS Mechanical Tech

New Orleans, LA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Rope Access technicians are responsible for managing the safety of crews engaged in rope access ... Insulators Painters Blasters Welders Boilermakers Pipefitters ElectriciansWhy Join Acuren? Industry ...

RAIS Mechanical Tech

New Orleans, LA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Rope Access technicians are responsible for managing the safety of crews engaged in rope access ... • Blasters • Welders • Boilermakers • Pipefitters • Electricians Why Join Acuren?

800 - MT/PT/UTT Technicians - Westlake, LA.

Sulphur, LA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Weld-quality and profile RT experience * State carded RT credentials * Experience with digital ... Current SPRAT and/or IRATA Rope Access certification will be considered an asset * Valid Driver ...

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How much do welding rope access jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for welding rope access in Louisiana is $25.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $29.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in welding rope access?

To thrive as a Welding Rope Access technician, you need advanced welding skills, proficiency in rope access techniques, and relevant industry certifications such as IRATA or SPRAT levels and certified welder credentials. Familiarity with climbing gear, safety harnesses, specialized rigging equipment, and inspection tools is essential. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are vital soft skills in this high-risk environment. These combined competencies ensure both the technical quality of work and the maintenance of rigorous safety standards required in challenging and elevated worksites.

What are the typical work environments for welding rope access technicians, and how do they collaborate with other team members?

Welding Rope Access technicians often work in industrial settings such as oil rigs, offshore platforms, bridges, wind turbines, and high-rise construction sites, where welding must be performed at height or in hard-to-reach areas. Collaboration is essential, with technicians working closely with safety supervisors, site managers, engineers, and other rope access professionals to plan access routes and ensure safe practices. Daily responsibilities can include inspecting equipment, setting up rope systems, and executing welding repairs or installations in line with strict safety protocols. Adaptability and clear communication are crucial, as team members must coordinate closely to respond to rapidly changing worksite conditions and maintain safety for everyone involved.

What is a welding rope access?

A Welding Rope Access job involves performing welding tasks in hard-to-reach locations using rope access techniques instead of traditional scaffolding or aerial lifts. Technicians are trained in both welding and industrial rope access safety to carry out repairs, installations, and maintenance on structures like bridges, offshore rigs, and high-rise buildings. This method is cost-effective, reduces setup time, and increases efficiency in completing work at height while maintaining high safety standards.

What job categories do people searching Welding Rope Access jobs in Louisiana look for?

The top searched job categories for Welding Rope Access jobs in Louisiana are:

Infographic showing various Welding Rope Access job openings in Louisiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,984 per year, or $25.5 per hour.

Rope Access Level I API Inspector

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

New Orleans, LA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


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8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

Acuren is currently recruiting for a Rope Access Level I/ API Inspector.

This position is open to Kenner/New Orleans, LA area and surrounding communities.


  • At the direction of client, perform visual and non-destructive examination of static and dynamic pressure retaining equipment in accordance with American Petroleum Institute (API) standards and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
  • Submit to client technically accurate reports documenting equipment condition
  • Provide client with technical recommendations for the repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of plant equipment, as required for safe operation within stated operating parameters for durations specified by client
  • Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues
  • Provide technical guidance, on a application of non-destructive examination techniques and procedures
  • Fully comply with all Acuren and client safe work practices and actively participate in all site safety initiatives
  • Willingness to travel if needed

  • Certification of American Petroleum Institute Standards 510/570
  • 5 – 10 years’ experience or 2+ years on site experience
  • Additional API 653 or CWI a plus
  • In-depth working knowledge of API 510/570 and ASME standards
  • Experience working in direct support of petrochemical facility engineers

  • Competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off

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.

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