Hydroblast Supervisor

CKM INDUSTRIES INC; Port Lavaca (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CKM INDUSTRIES INC is hiring for a Management position in Port Lavaca, TX. The role involves overseeing hydroblasting, tank cleaning, and pressure washing, ensuring operations run smoothly.

Qualified candidates should have prior experience in industrial settings, especially in refinery work. A valid TWIC Card and acceptable MVR/Background Check are mandatory. The job demands physical readiness for tasks that may involve lifting and working at significant heights.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment screenings.
• Previous waste handling experience in an industrial setting preferred.
• Refinery experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydroblasting, tank cleaning, and pressure washing as required.
• Communicate with customers and site managers.
• Supervise multiple crews when needed.

Skills

Hydroblasting equipment knowledge

High-pressure systems familiarity

Dependability

Team-oriented

Safety awareness in heavy machinery

Education

Acceptable MVR/Background Check

TWIC Card

Tools

Hydroblasting equipment

Vacuum Truck

Tank cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Details

Level: Management | Job Location: Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Primary Responsibilities and Key Deliverables

• Hydroblasting, Tank Cleaning, and Pressure Washing as needed.
• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
• Show proficiency in operating and troubleshooting Hydroblasting, Vacuum Truck, and Tank cleaning equipment.
• Supervisors must understand the job of the Operator & Technician, communicate with customers & Site Managers, and run multiple crews when required.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Familiarity with hydroblasting equipment and high-pressure systems.
• Must be dependable, willing to work additional hours as required and be team oriented.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with training and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to work safely in and around heavy machinery in loud, hazardous and industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Acceptable MVR/Background Check and pass pre-employment screenings.
• Previous waste handling experience, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Refinery experience.
• Valid TWIC Card.

Work Environment

Tools, equipment, machinery used: Hydroblasting, Vacuum Truck, and Tank cleaning equipment.

Working conditions: Will be exposed to all weather conditions; work on various structures and surfaces both at ground and elevated levels up to and possibly exceeding 150 ft. Work in confined spaces. Work a 12‑hour shift with 30‑minute lunch breaks. If requested, work overtime, and respond to emergency callouts whenever they occur. Work days, nights, and weekends. Travel to customer and other Miller sites as needed.

Physical effort required: Handling tools, materials, and equipment weighing up to 150 lbs. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, crawl, bend, squat, and kneel. Must be capable of climbing towers/vessels/tanks.