Tank Cleaning Technician

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Pasadena, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tank Cleaning Technician provides essential support to equipment operators and the lead hand to ensure the safe and efficient operation of industrial cleaning equipment. Work includes preparing equipment, assisting with maintenance, operating process piping and fittings, securing loads, rigging, and providing general operational support. The technician operates and maintains equipment such as pumps, diesel engines, and thermal fluid heaters; fills holding tanks with water; monitors pumping systems; moves cleaning devices between railcars; and enters confined spaces to spot-clean railcars. The role also includes basic equipment and tool maintenance and repairs, maintaining accurate clean and free certifications, and following applicable safety and regulatory requirements. The work takes place indoors at facilities and outdoors in all weather conditions, with possible exposure to noise, fumes, and fluctuating temperatures. The technician must be able to work in confined spaces, wear a respirator, lift up to 50 pounds, stoop and change positions repeatedly, and climb ladders and work at heights. Candidates must pass a company physical exam and drug screening. The position offers $25.20 per hour and benefits effective on the first day of employment, including tuition reimbursement, medical, dental and vision coverage, company-paid employee and dependent life insurance, company-paid sickness and accident income, 401(k) matching, holiday pay, vacation and sick days, annual safety shoe reimbursement, prescription safety wear, and an employee discount program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Strong commitment to safety and compliance with safety regulations.
Effective communication skills.
Physical fitness and ability to handle heavy equipment.
Ability to work in varied environments and weather conditions.
Ability to enter and work in confined spaces with an entry point of at least 18 inches in diameter, in compliance with applicable occupational safety and health regulations.
Ability to stoop for extended periods and routinely move between kneeling and standing positions.
Ability to wear a respirator; clean-shaven condition required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from ground level.
Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights.
Ability to pass a company physical exam and drug screening.
Compliance with electronic logbooks.
Proficiency in secure load handling for transportation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating industrial cleaning equipment.
Knowledge of pumps, diesel engines, thermal fluid heaters, knuckle boom cranes, and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to support operational efficiency.
Collaborate with the team to address operational challenges and technical issues.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date clean and free certifications in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Promote and follow safety protocols and guidelines.
Operate and maintain industrial cleaning equipment, including pumps, diesel engines, and thermal fluid heaters.
Provide support to equipment operators and the lead hand.
Fill holding tanks with water and monitor pumping systems.
Move cleaning devices from one railcar to another.
Enter confined spaces to spot-clean railcars.
Perform basic equipment and tool maintenance, including basic repairs.
Secure loads for safe transportation of equipment.
Operate equipment efficiently to meet project requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.