IRATA Rope Access Level III Technician

Tacten is hiring Rope Access Level 3 Technicians to support the Syncrude Spring 2026 Shutdown. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of a high-performing team, completing complex work at height with precision, efficiency, and an unwavering commitment to safety. This is an excellent opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your technical expertise, and contribute to a major industrial project in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Position Details:

• Site: Syncrude

• Location: Fort McMurray, AB 

• Tentative Start Date: March 2026

• Tentative End Date: June 2026

• Rotation: 6 days on / 1 day off

• Hours: 12 hrs./day

• Ensure all rope access activities are performed safely and in compliance with IRATA standards and company policies.

• Perform rope access inspections and maintenance on bridge structures, towers, and equipment in winter conditions.

• Access bridge surfaces using rope techniques to safely remove snow, ice, and debris from critical areas.

• Implement safety measures and monitor conditions to manage hazards associated with cold, icy, or slippery surfaces while performing repairs or maintenance tasks.

• Assist with minor repairs or installation tasks on bridge structures as needed while on rope access.

• Document work completed and report any safety or structural concerns to supervisors to ensure ongoing maintenance and compliance.

• Plan and execute rigging setups, ensuring operational safety and compliance with site and IRATA requirements.
• Conduct pre-job hazard assessments, toolbox meetings, and rescue plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, inspections, and safety checks.
• Perform rescues and emergency response procedures as required.
• Mentor and evaluate lower-level technicians (Level 1 and 2) in safe work practices.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Lead daily rope access operations, ensuring all work is conducted safely and efficiently.
• Oversee and coordinate team assignments, ensuring work meets clients and company expectations.
• Liaise with site management and clients on work scopes, safety, and progress updates.
• Perform equipment inspections, maintain certification records, and ensure site compliance.

• IRATA Level 3 Certification (valid and in good standing)
• Journeyman ticketed would be an asset
• First aid certification required
• CSO or BSO or CSTS-2020
• ESC or OSSA Confined Space Monitor and Entry
• Strong work ethics
• Ability to maintain positive working relations with clients
• Exceptional safety and quality awareness 
• Ability to solve problems and manage time effectively
• Self-motivated and capable of working at a high technical and performance level
• Valid driver's license and clean driver's abstract 

The strength of Tacten lies in its outstanding people. As a rapidly growing, intensely innovative, international public held company, the opportunities to pursue challenging and diverse career development paths are vast.

Complemented by an attractive hours-based benefits program, Tacten offers extensive training, courses and progression opportunities. Working on a variety of projects across industries such as Oil and Gas, Civil, Construction and Engineering, we can ensure your career stays diverse, interesting, and safe!

Join our team at Tacten and embark on a rewarding journey where you will contribute to the company's growth and success while advancing your career. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team of professionals.

For 20 years, Tacten has been leaders of innovation in delivering an integrated industrial services model based on composite crews, multi-disciplined trades, certified IRATA personnel and customized access optimization programs to industry’s largest clients in the world’s harshest environments.

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. Tacten employs dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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