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Acuren Inspection, Inc.

CWI w/NDT

Auburn, ME · On-site

$30.50 - $41.25/hr

Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues * Provide ... NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability ...

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

CWI w/NDT

Auburn, ME

$30.50 - $41.25/hr

Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues * Provide ... NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability ...

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

CWI

Corpus Christi, TX

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues * Provide ... NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability ...

Acuren

CWI

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues * Provide ... NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability ...

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How much do welding rope access jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for welding rope access in the United States is $29.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Welding Rope Access position, and why are they important?

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 job?

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.

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CWI w/NDT

CWI w/NDT

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

Auburn, ME • On-site

$30.50 - $41.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Acuren rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Position Summary
Acuren is seeking a CWI w/NDT certifications (MT/PT/UTT) to support operations in Auburn, ME. THIS WILL BE A CALLOUT/TRAVEL POSITION.
Responsibilities
  • At the direction of client, perform visual and non-destructive examination of static and dynamic pressure retaining equipment in accordance with CWI 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 an 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

Requirements
  • Certification of Certified Welding Inspector
  • 5 - 10 years' experience or 2+ years on site experience
  • Additional API a plus
  • In-depth working knowledge of CWI and ASME standards
  • Experience working in direct support of petrochemical facility engineers
  • NDT Certifications (MT/PT/UT)

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

Company Overview
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. #LI-BE1

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