Tank Build and Maintenance Technician

Reeder Distributors•Fort Worth, TX

23h

About The Position

Reeder Distributors, Inc. is seeking a dependable, hardworking Tank Build and Maintenance Technician for a hands-on, field-based role supporting the company’s Tank team. Work includes fuel polishing, tank maintenance, preparation, cleaning, assembly, equipment loading, and other field service needs. The technician will work at the Fort Worth facility and at customer and job sites. The position requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, a strong commitment to safety, initiative, teamwork, and willingness to learn and assist where needed. Travel is required as business needs dictate and may include overnight stays. This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position with a scheduled 6:30 AM start time. Flexibility and availability for overtime and additional hours based on business needs are required. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, paid weekly, with the potential for a higher starting rate based on relevant experience and qualifications. Reeder Distributors, Inc. is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1973. The company emphasizes reliability, customer service, quality, safety, accountability, and results. It is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Valid Class C driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record required.
Willingness and ability to travel to customer and job sites as required.
Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment.
Dependability, punctuality, a strong work ethic, and regular and consistent attendance.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to take initiative and work independently while also working effectively as part of a team.
Ability and willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and procedures.
Comfort working outdoors, around fuel-related equipment, and at heights.
Ability to frequently climb, bend, push, pull, reach, stand, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Flexibility and availability to work overtime and additional hours based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Technical or mechanical training.
Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement.
Previous tank, fuel polishing, mechanical, equipment, industrial, or related field experience.
Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Perform fuel polishing services at customer locations and job sites.
Assist the Tank team with tank maintenance, assembly, preparation, cleaning, and field service work.
Safely operate hand tools, power tools, pumps, hoses, and other equipment used for fuel polishing and tank-related services.
Prepare surfaces for painting, power wash, and clean tanks and equipment.
Assist with basic mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment maintenance.
Complete required pre-trip and post-trip forklift inspections.
Safely operate forklifts to load and unload tanks, equipment, and materials from flatbed trailers.
Document tank builds, modifications, fuel polishing services, and equipment changes as required.
Work safely at heights using a man basket, safety harness, and required fall-protection equipment.
Follow company, customer, and job-site safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, equipment, and job sites.
Travel to customer locations and job sites as required, including overnight travel when business needs require.
Work collaboratively with Tank team members to complete jobs safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Take initiative in completing daily assignments and assisting with department needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.