Tank Build & Maintenance Specialist

Reeder Distributors, Inc.; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short- and long term disability

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Reeder Distributors, Inc. is seeking a dependable Tank Build/Maintenance Technician to join our field‑based team in Fort Worth. You will support the Tank team with fuel polishing, tank maintenance, and related field services at customer sites and our facility.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, safety focus, and willingness to travel, including overnight stays. You must be able to lift up to 70 pounds and operate forklifts and common workshop tools safely.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or mechanical training preferred.
• Valid Class C driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record required.
• Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement preferred.
• Must be willing and able to travel to customer and job sites as required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Previous tank, fuel polishing, mechanical, equipment, industrial, or related field experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment.
• Dependable, punctual, hardworking, and able to maintain regular and consistent attendance.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently while also working effectively as part of a team.
• Ability and willingness to learn new equipment, processes, and procedures.
• Comfortable working outdoors, around fuel-related equipment, and at heights.
• Ability to frequently climb, bend, push, pull, reach, stand, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Perform fuel polishing services at customer locations and job sites.
• Assist the existing Tank team with tank maintenance, assembly, preparation, cleaning, and field service work.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, pumps, hoses, and other equipment used for fuel polishing and tank-related services.
• Perform paint preparation, power washing, and general cleaning of tanks and equipment.
• Assist with basic mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and equipment maintenance.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip forklift inspections.
• Safely operate forklifts to load and unload tanks, equipment, and materials from flatbed trailers.
• Document tank builds, modifications, fuel polishing services, and equipment changes as required.
• Work safely at heights, including the use of a man basket, safety harness, and required fall-protection equipment.
• Follow Company, customer, and job-site safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas, equipment, and job sites.
• Travel to customer locations and job sites as required, including overnight travel when business needs require.
• Work collaboratively with existing Tank team members to ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Take initiative in completing daily assignments and assisting with department needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team player

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or mechanical training preferred

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Reeder Distributors, Inc. is seeking a dependable Tank Build/Maintenance Technician to join our field‑based team in Fort Worth. You will support the Tank team with fuel polishing, tank maintenance, and related field services at customer sites and our facility.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, safety focus, and willingness to travel, including overnight stays. You must be able to lift up to 70 pounds and operate forklifts and common workshop tools safely.