Tank Mechanic/Welder

PACOLET MILLIKEN, LLC•Goose Creek, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Hydera is a full-service transportation tank services provider in Goose Creek, South Carolina, offering cleaning, storage, maintenance, repair, and heating services for ISO tanks, road tankers, IBCs, and related equipment. The company is seeking an experienced professional to help start and successfully operate a new facility, with a commitment to safety, environmental protection, ethical business practices, and customer service. The Tank Mechanic/Welder inspects, repairs, and maintains ISO tanks according to industry and company standards. The role performs mechanical and structural repairs using hand tools, power tools, hoists, forklifts, and welding equipment, ensuring work meets customer specifications and safety and quality requirements. The position also assists with other yard and depot operations as business needs require. The role reports to the Tank Depot Facility Manager. This is a full-time, non-exempt position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On occasion, work outside those hours may be needed for training and operational support. The employer provides training on hazardous-waste requirements and on the use of hoists, forklifts, and other shop equipment. Pay consists of base pay with an annual bonus of 5%, based on company and personal performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of mechanical experience in a production environment and experience with metal fabrication and welding processes, including FCAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, and SMAW/Stick.
Valid driver's license.
Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including blueprints, technical manuals, and repair instructions.
Organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to stay on task.
General mechanical and electrical skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Familiarity with hazardous and nonhazardous waste disposal protocols.
Basic experience welding and fabricating steel, stainless steel, and aluminum using MIG, TIG, and/or stick processes.
Ability to safely perform work in confined-space environments.
Familiarity with safe operation of hand tools and power tools.
Basic understanding of applicable state and federal regulations, including OSHA standards related to hazardous materials, PPE, material handling, storage, and confined spaces.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn about ISO tank construction, valves, and fittings through on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

American Welding Society (AWS) or equivalent welding certification.

Responsibilities

Inspect ISO tanks arriving at the maintenance and repair shop to confirm they are empty and clean.
Test and calibrate safety relief valves, vacuum relief valves, and other pressure systems.
Generate repair estimates for additional work identified during testing.
Apply quality control and quality assurance procedures throughout repair work to meet company standards.
Conduct daily inspections and ensure equipment is operated safely.
Accurately document repair methods and completed work for each ISO tank in the Depot Software.
Complete approved repair and maintenance work on ISO tanks using hand tools, power tools, hoists, forklifts, and welding equipment as required.
Perform periodic air and hydrostatic testing on ISO tanks in accordance with customer specifications, company procedures, and regulatory inspection intervals.
Perform welding and fabrication on trailers, ISO tanks, and related equipment using FCAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, and SMAW/Stick techniques.
Follow and enforce company safety procedures concerning PPE, material handling, hazardous materials, storage, confined spaces, traffic controls, and environmental regulations; exercise stop-work authority for immediate safety concerns.
Ensure compliance with SOPs, regulations, and safety procedures, including ISO standards, OSHA, ITCO, SCDPH, and SCDES requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.