UST Installer/Construction Tech

Nwestco • Kalispell, MT

22d • $22 - $28

About The Position

At Nwestco LLC, we dont just work in the Petroleum and Car Wash Equipment industrywe lead it. For over 25 years, weve set the standard across the Northwest and Rockies, delivering innovation, reliability, and excellence to our customers. We're on the hunt for a highly skilled, UST Installer/Construction Tech to join our growing team in Kalispell, MT . If youre driven, safety-focused, and ready to grow with a company that values your experience, this is your moment. The pay range is $22-$28/hr depending on experience and includes benefits, PTO, 401k, Company Truck, Gas Card, Cell Phone, Laptop and more!

Requirements

• 25+ years of hands-on experience in UST installation, removal, or petroleum construction, including familiarity with tank system components.
• Proven ability to safely operate excavation and trenching equipment on active job sites.
• Experience installing or removing fiberglass and steel tanks, piping systems, sumps, dispensers, and monitoring systems (e.g., Veeder-Root)
• Knowledge of federal and state UST regulations, including permitting, closure requirements, and environmental sampling procedures.
• Completion of applicable certifications such as: 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER, Confined Space Entry, State UST Installer/Remover Licenses (as required)
• Skilled in reading site plans and interpreting construction documents, including as-builts and utility locates.
• Demonstrated reliability in maintaining accurate field records, coordinating with environmental professionals, and supporting compliance reporting.
• Strong safety track record with adherence to site-specific health & safety plans, excavation safety standards, and spill prevention procedures.
• Known for being team-oriented, dependable, and adaptable, with the ability to work long hours and travel to regional job sites.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including marijuana testing.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, which includes lifting up to 75 lbs, twisting, kneeling, pulling, and squatting.
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record (past 5 years).
• Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required (travel expenses covered).

Responsibilities

• Perform the installation and removal of underground storage tanks (USTs) in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Operate and oversee heavy equipment, including excavators, backhoes, and compactors during site preparation and tank handling.
• Ensure proper installation of associated piping, venting, spill containment, leak detection, and monitoring systems.
• Conduct or assist with tank tightness testing, line testing, and verification of installation integrity.
• Collect and document soil samples and site conditions during removals for environmental assessment and compliance reporting.
• Follow approved work plans, blueprints, and site drawings, adjusting in the field when necessary in coordination with project managers.
• Maintain strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state-specific UST regulations, including safe work practices in hazardous environments.
• Complete accurate and timely project documentation, including daily reports, manifests, and regulatory forms.
• Communicate effectively with field crews, supervisors, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients to coordinate safe and timely project completion.
• Participate in site safety meetings, follow job hazard analysis procedures, and adhere to all PPE and confined space entry protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, based on experience.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and a clothing allowance.
• A supportive, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture where your skills are recognized and valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed