Fuel Storage Tank Service Technician Apprentice - Houston, United States - Tait & Associates, Inc.

Tait & Associates, Inc.

Verified Company

Houston, United States

3 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Join the TAIT Team

About TAIT
Welcome to TAIT, where we strive for excellence every day. TAIT is a nationwide leader in fuel system compliance for critical infrastructure.

TAIT remains at the forefront of innovation, boasting a powerhouse team of service technicians, designers, and project managers dedicated to tank construction, testing, repair, and regulatory compliance.

Joining TAIT means immersing yourself in a culture of ambition, where every challenge is an opportunity for growth and advancement.

With exceptional benefits, a supportive work environment, and unbeatable work-life balance, we invite you to become a part of our journey toward excellence.

Recognized as a Top Workplace since 2016, your career at TAIT promises not just fulfillment, but genuine impact in serving our communities.

Your future starts here - seize the opportunity and join the TAIT team today

Position Description
This Apprentice position will train to become a Petroleum Service Technician. The Petroleum Service Technician plays a critical role in the environmental compliance efforts of our clients.

Service Technicians test, maintain, and repair all refueling equipment for the petroleum industry, as well as commercial and municipal refueling facilities, marinas, and airports.

The Technician will ensure that state and local regulatory directives regarding storage and monitoring systems are met. Technician will work closely with client personnel as a company representative, perform maintenance, and troubleshooting without direct supervision.

This individual will serve as the eyes and ears of our clients identifying and documenting all compliant and any observed non-compliant issues.

At TAIT, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer the opportunity to dispatch from home to suit the needs of our dedicated team members.

Travel Requirements:
This position requires approximately 4 weeks of initial training from the Richardson, TX office. The 4-week initial training period will require travel with overnight stays approximately 75% of the time. After the initial training period, this position will require overnight travel 25%-50% of the time. Travel costs including per diem, transportation, and hotel stays will be paid for by the company.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Complete required training classes, both in person and online, to obtain position required certifications.
Complete and obtain 40hour HAZWOPER certificate after initial 4week training program.
Complete training in the field with experienced Service Technicians and Designated Operators.
A/B Operator Inspections, Monitoring System Certifications, Spill Bucket testing, vapor recovery testing, and other testing per state regulatory requirements.
Diagnose and perform repairs on UST & AST systems.
Work with handheld tools (pipe wrenches, pipe threader, voltmeter, etc.)
Complete project associated paperwork as required and submit on time.
Enter inspection data / associated paperwork into online webbased data collection systems using company laptop.
Complete timecard and work orders daily.
Drive company work truck to client job sites.
Follow all company specific and client specific job safety requirements; maintain a safe working environment.
Selfdirection and ability to work alone.

Minimum Work Experience

Valid & current Driver's License and ability to drive extensively up to 1,000 miles per week.
Experience working with general handheld tools (pipe wrenches, pipe threader, voltmeter, etc.)
Organization and scheduling skills.

Preferred Education and Skills Experience

Excellent communication and organizational skills and a desire to function in a position of high visibility both internal and external to the company.
Experience review and interpreting reports and documents.
Ability to work effectively & professionally with team & clients.

Physical Requirements

Climbing ladders; carrying/ using hand tools & parts; lifting sump lids with assistance.
Walking, driving, climbing, kneeling, standing to perform tasks at each site.
Ability to speak clearly & professionally to communicate with team & clients.
Ability to drive a vehicle to job sites and ability to drive extensive distances, up to 1,000 miles per week.
Ability to walk around job sites that may be dirt, cement, asphalt, uneven concrete, other.

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development.

Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits.

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