Tank Technician

OEG Energy Group; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

OEG Energy Group in Port Fourchon, Louisiana, is seeking a Tank Technician to inspect and maintain our large-format tank fleet on-site. You will perform regular inspections, manage parts on the service truck, assist customers, and ensure compliance with safety and QA policies.

Travel as required and on-call support may be needed. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in oil/gas tank service, strong mechanical aptitude, and proficiency with drawings and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of hands-on experience as a tank technician in oil and gas or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and initiative to identify and resolve issues.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of large-format tank products.
• Able to read and interpret technical product drawings and service manuals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; familiar with the company server.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the large-format tank rental fleet through regular on-site inspections to verify equipment condition and certifications.
• Perform detailed inspections on large-format tanks to ensure safe operation.
• Maintain adequate stock levels of parts on the service truck to support timely repairs.
• Provide customer support by responding to enquiries, following up, and documenting complaints.
• Maintain company vehicles by renewing inspection tags and licenses and performing preventive maintenance.
• Carry out work on a regular schedule and be available on-call for rental equipment needs.
• Complete work promptly, prioritising tasks to meet demands and schedules.
• Submit field reports to management in a timely manner.
• Assist in special projects as directed by supervision.
• Work in a safe, clean, and organized manner and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Understand and implement OEG Offshore policies and operating procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tank systems knowledge

Reading drawings

MS Word/Excel

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Company server

Job description

OEG Job Advert - Tank Technician

Company Overview

OEG is a leading energy solutions business, providing mission-critical infrastructure assets and services to the global offshore energy industry. Through our specialist divisions - topside, marine, subsea, logistics and industrials, we are a pivotal link in the global offshore energy project chain, ensuring our customers’ projects are delivered safely, reliably and efficiently.

Location

• Port Fourchon, Louisiana, United States.

Core Purpose

• To ensure the efficient, safe, and compliant operation of a fleet of tanks. This involves conducting regular on-site visits to inspect equipment conditions and certifications.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Maintain the large-format tank rental fleet through regular on-site inspections, verifying equipment condition and certifications to ensure safe, complaint, and efficient operation.

• Perform detailed inspections on large format tanks to ensure that the equipment remains at an acceptable level of operation.

• Maintain adequate stock levels of parts on the service truck to support timely repairs and part replacements.

• Provide customer support by responding to enquiries, conducting follow-up courtesy calls, and accurately documenting customer complaints.

• Maintain company vehicles by renewing inspection tags and licences and carrying out preventive maintenance in line with the formal preventive maintenance system.

• Carry out assigned work according to a regular schedule, while remaining available on an on-call basis to respond to customer service needs relating to rental equipment.

• Complete work in a timely manner, effectively prioritising tasks to meet system demands, company schedules, and customer requirements.

• Complete and submit field reports to management in a timely manner.

• Perform other tasks and assist in special projects as per supervisor’s request.

• Perform all work in a safe, clean, and well-organised manner.

• Report system discrepancies and identify opportunities for continuous improvement across in-house and field operations to management.

• Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with customers, vendors, management, and colleagues to perform the duties of this role.

• Be familiar with, understand, and assist in the implementation of all the business policies of OEG Offshore, to support and enhance the working environment.

• Understand and perform the processes as described in the positions written operating procedures and work instructions.

• Facilitate the creation of system documents, including operating procedures and work instructions, for field operations and support their implementation.

• Carry out company business as directed by management, contributing to the development of systems in line with the company’s mission, quality objectives, and goals.

• Travel as required to conduct company business and represent the organisation in matters related to the system.

QHSE Responsibilities

To have a general understanding of the areas of our QHSE Management System and OEG’s QHSE aims and objectives that are relevant to the role.

Comply with the requirements of OEG Energy Group Policies and the responsibilities within the wider QHSE Management System.

Promoting:

• a proactive health and safety culture focussed on the prevention of work‑related injury or ill health and continual improvement in our processes / performance.

• environmental sustainability and energy efficiency whilst minimising our environmental impacts and preventing pollution.

• a quality culture that brings values to our business, our customers and other interested parties ensuring quality issues and opportunities for improvement are identified and implemented.

Skills and Experience

• Three to five years of hands‑on experience as a product installation or repair technician in the oil and gas industry, or equivalent experience.
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude and the initiative to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge of large-format tank products.
• Competent in reading and interpreting technical product drawings and service manuals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, and preferably familiar with the company’s current server, to accurately maintain and share information.

Qualifications

• The role requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Must hold a valid driver's licence and have a driving record that meets company insurance requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all applicants.