Tank Wash Technician

Heniff Transportation Systems•Waxahachie, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The position is responsible for the performance of tasks associated with the cleaning of hazardous, non-hazardous and food grade tanker trailers, on-site remediation, clean-up, equipment de-contamination and handling of hazardous materials.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Six or more months industry-related experience
Solid communication skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work with little supervision
Proven skill to be flexible and adapt to change
Strong customer service orientation; ensure needs and deadlines are met in a timely fashion
Demonstrate a positive, proactive and motivated attitude
Proven focus on continuous improvement in the workplace
Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced organization
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
Regularly required to talk or hear.
May be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel; reach with hand and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch as needed.
Required to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
Climb ladders and or stairs for cleaning duties.
Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods.
Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Frequent draining into and carrying of buckets.
Frequent connecting and disconnecting of hoses.
Frequent pressure washing.
Frequent repetitive motion of operating a manual chain fall.
Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Nice To Haves

Experience with confined space entry (CSE) training
Experience with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) waste codes, manifesting and Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR)
Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Responsibilities

Operate light and heavy equipment including but not limited to pumps, compressors, boilers, bobcats, forklift, etc.
Handle various hand tools and powered industrial tools, including pressure washers.
Ensure proper use of equipment and immediately notify supervisor of any mechanical failure or problem of equipment.
Adhere to and ensure compliance with Health & Safety Compliance and regulations.
Wear and properly use a variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Perform non-permit confined space entries for inspections and sometimes cleaning.
Perform parts removal and replacement on customer’s equipment.
Perform proper selection of cleaning methods for the products that are cleaned.
Perform routine maintenance and emergency repairs of cleaning equipment.
Monitor the strengths of cleaning solutions.
Couple and uncouple tractors/trailers.
Drive a yard tractor, moving units to specified areas.