Art Maciel began his journey in the high-angle industry in 2008, earning both SPRAT and IRATA Level 1 certifications in rope access. Since then, he has built a diverse and accomplished career across a range of industries, including special event rigging, tower inspections, wind turbine inspection and repair, oil and gas maintenance, structural building inspections, and marine salvage operations.
In 2018, Art joined CMC in a sales role, where he draws on his extensive field experience to contribute to product design and prototype testing.
With over 7,000 hours logged on rope, Art is also a seasoned instructor. He has taught SPRAT certification courses, ropes course rescue, and was instrumental in developing the curriculum for CMC’s Vertical Skills class.
Art’s hands-on expertise and instructional background make him a vital asset in both field operations and training environments.