Mobile Tank Cleaning Supervisor

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid time off + paid holidays

Job summary

Union Tank Car Company - UTLX is seeking a Mobile Tank Cleaning Supervisor to oversee tank car cleaning operations, ensuring safety and efficiency. The role involves leading field teams, supervising equipment usage, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of industrial experience, strong leadership skills, and a focus on safety. This role requires significant travel within the Houston area, with a base salary of $90,000 and an excellent benefits package from day one.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of industrial cleaning, processing, or related operational experience.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee industrial cleaning activities at customer sites.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Complete operational documentation including job reports and safety forms.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Compliance

Communication

Team Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

High-pressure pumps

Injection tools

Filtration systems

Lifting equipment

Job description

Transco Rail Services

At Transco Rail Services, a Berkshire Hathaway company, we operate a network of facilities and field service teams across North America, supporting customers in transportation, energy, and manufacturing.

We are seeking a Mobile Tank Cleaning Supervisor to lead safe and efficient execution of tank car cleaning operations while developing team capability and driving performance in the field.

What You’ll Do

On any given day, you will lead and oversee industrial cleaning activities at customer sites, ensuring compliance with safety policies, supervising equipment, coordinating job execution, completing documentation, and acting as a liaison between customers and operations.

On Any Given Day, You Will

• Lead and oversee industrial cleaning activities at customer sites
• Ensure full compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Supervise operation of cleaning equipment including pumps, diesel engines, thermal fluid heaters, and lifting devices
• Drive adherence to safe work practices, including confined space entry and hazardous environments
• Coordinate job execution, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and contractual obligations are met
• Complete operational documentation including job reports, LEMs, KPIs, billing, and safety forms
• Act as a liaison between customers and Operations to ensure effective communication and service delivery

Team Leadership & Development

• Support onboarding, training, and mentoring of field employees
• Coach team members on safety procedures, equipment operation, and best practices
• Reinforce a strong safety culture and accountability across the team
• Support continuous improvement of processes and workflows in field operations

What Makes This Role Different

• Safety-First Culture – Safety is the foundation of all operations
• Hands-On Leadership – Lead from the field in a high-impact, operational role
• Growth Opportunity – Build leadership capability and advance your career
• Dynamic Environment – Work across customer sites with specialized equipment and systems

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a strong, safety-driven leader with industrial experience and the ability to manage teams in the field.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3–5+ years of industrial cleaning, processing, or related operational experience
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of high-pressure pumps, injection tools, filtration systems, and lifting equipment
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (Class 1 preferred)
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team-focused environment
• Proficient computer skills for reporting and documentation
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing field-based work

Preferred

• CDL B
• Certified trade
• Experience with automated cleaning systems
• Experience working in hazardous or regulated environments
• Confined Space Entry & Rescue
• Standard First Aid
• Leadership for Safety Excellence
• Fall Protection

Work Environment

• Field-based role at customer and operational sites
• Exposure to industrial equipment, noise, and varying environmental conditions
• Physically active role requiring lifting, movement, and equipment operation
• Work performed in safety-sensitive environments

Site Specific Details

• Location: Houston, Texas, Site 281
• Shift: Primarily First Shift, Monday – Friday 6:00am – 4:30pm. Weekends may be necessary.
• Compensation: Base Salary: $90,000 Salary Non-Exempt, with opportunity for overtime
• Travel Requirements: 75% daily travel within Houston area, possibility for travel outside the area for project work

Compensation & Benefits

We know this role requires skill, flexibility, and commitment, and we compensate accordingly.

What You Can Expect

• Competitive base salary
• Stable, long-term career within a growing organization

Full Benefits – Day One

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life and disability insurancePaid time off + paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth opportunities across Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway companies

Equal Opportunity Employer

Transco is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.