DoD SkillBridge - Fuel Storage Tank Service Technician Apprentice

ZipRecruiter; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Service Technician through the DoD SkillBridge Program. This role offers an opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience while ensuring compliance in environmental services. You will be trained to maintain and repair refueling equipment, working independently and closely with clients. The position emphasizes safety and requires a valid driver's license. Enjoy flexible work options and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and support for career development.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Health plans with no extra charges for dependents

Paid life insurance and voluntary plans

Dependent care and FSA options

Employee assistance

Wellness memberships

Parental leave

Support for career development

Corporate lodging program

Qualifications

• Current Active Duty Servicemember, separating from the Military in 4-12 months.
• Able to complete a minimum of 8 weeks and up to 6 months of SkillBridge apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Train as a Service Technician, ensuring compliance with regulatory directives.
• Diagnose and repair UST & AST systems, using handheld tools.
• Complete project paperwork and maintain daily work logs.

Skills

Mechanically minded

Organizational skills

Scheduling skills

Communication skills

Tools

Handheld tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

TAIT is a proud partner of the DoD SkillBridge Program and offers career opportunities to U.S. Armed Forces members, recognizing their unique skills and qualities. The DoD SkillBridge Program allows service members to gain civilian work experience through industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during their last 180 days of service. Visit TAIT.com to learn more about available opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Active Duty Servicemember
• Separating from the Military in 4-12 months
• Able to complete a minimum of 8 weeks and up to 6 months of SkillBridge apprenticeship
• Able to work 40 hours per week
• Mechanically minded

Position Description

This position requires a background check, MVR, and physical/drug screening. The TAIT apprentice will be trained as a Service Technician, playing a key role in environmental compliance. Service Technicians test, maintain, and repair refueling equipment for the petroleum industry, including commercial and municipal facilities, marinas, and airports. They ensure compliance with regulatory directives and work closely with clients, performing maintenance and troubleshooting independently. They also identify and document compliance issues.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete required training classes to obtain certifications.
• Obtain a 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate after initial 4-week training.
• Train in the field with experienced technicians, including inspections and testing per state regulations.
• Diagnose and repair UST & AST systems.
• Use handheld tools such as pipe wrenches, pipe threaders, voltmeters.
• Complete and submit project paperwork timely.
• Enter inspection data into online systems.
• Maintain daily work logs and timecards.
• Drive company vehicles to client sites.
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
• Work independently and self-direct.

Minimum Experience

• Valid driver's license and ability to drive extensively (up to 1,000 miles/week).
• Experience with handheld tools.
• Organizational and scheduling skills.
• Proficiency with computers, email, and Microsoft Office.

Education and Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to review and interpret reports and documents.
• Professional interaction with team and clients.

Physical/Additional Requirements

• Background check, MVR, physical/drug screening.
• Climbing ladders, lifting, carrying tools and parts.
• Walking, driving, climbing, kneeling, standing at job sites.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work on various surfaces and environments.

Benefits

TAIT offers comprehensive compensation and benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and wellness programs. We foster a family-oriented culture emphasizing kindness, flexibility, and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Flexible work options: remote, hybrid, in-person
• Health plans with no extra charges for dependents
• Paid life insurance and voluntary plans
• Dependent care and FSA options
• Employee assistance, wellness memberships, parental leave
• Support for career development
• Corporate lodging program

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TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination and providing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants from all protected classes are encouraged to apply.

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