Field Tank Cleaning Technician

The Stronghold Companies; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GEM Specialized Services seeks a Chemical Cleaning Operator Non CDL to perform safe and efficient cleaning of industrial tanks and vessels at customer facilities. You will work within a field crew under supervision, ensuring adherence to procedures, safety standards, and environmental requirements.

Travel across the United States is required to support projects. The role demands at least one year of relevant experience and the ability to operate pumps and cleaning equipment, manage chemicals,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Valid TWIC and Driver's License.
• Willingness to travel across the U.S. to support projects.
• Experience in the petrochemical/refinery industry preferred.
• Safety Essentials training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and connect pumps, hoses, tanks, manifolds, and temporary circulation systems.
• Operate and monitor pumps and chemical cleaning equipment.
• Assist with preparation, mixing, and circulation of cleaning chemicals.
• Monitor flow rates, pressures, temperatures, and chemical concentrations during cleaning operations.
• Assist with cleaning and decontamination of heat exchangers, towers, vessels, piping, and other industrial systems.
• Follow chemical handling, PPE, spill prevention, and environmental procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings and JHAs.
• Maintain accurate equipment and chemical cleaning logs.
• Assist with equipment mobilization, demobilization, maintenance, and job-site cleanup.
• Communicate with supervisors and crew members to support safe and efficient project execution.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

TWIC & Driver's License

petrochemical/refinery experience preferred

Tools

Pumps and valves

Job description

GEM Specialized Services seeks a Chemical Cleaning Operator Non CDL to perform safe and efficient cleaning of industrial tanks and vessels at customer facilities. You will work within a field crew under supervision, ensuring adherence to procedures, safety standards, and environmental requirements.

Travel across the United States is required to support projects. The role demands at least one year of relevant experience and the ability to operate pumps and cleaning equipment, manage chemicals,