Tanker Trailer Technician

Southwest Economic Solutions; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Profit sharing

Dental & Vision HRA

Life insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

Work boot reimbursement

Employee referral program

Uniforms provided

11 uniforms and 2 jackets

Job summary

Southwest Economic Solutions in Geismar, LA seeks a tanker trailer technician to perform visual inspections and tests on DOT tankers and HM-certified tanks. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and braking systems, including MIG/TIG welding as needed.

Apprentice program participation is available; schedule is Monday–Friday with 40-hour baseline and overtime as required. Must be 18+, able to pass background/drug screening, and have your own tools.

Qualifications

• Tank testing on DOT tankers and HM-certified tanks.
• Experience with tank valve repair or replacement, tanker air systems, and trailer brakes.
• Knowledge of ABS systems and air brake repairs.
• Able to pass background check and drug screen.
• Must provide own tools adequate to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform external and internal visual inspections and tests on DOT-specified tankers.
• Conduct pressure and leak tests for tankers and hazardous material certified tanks.
• Diagnose failures and repair mechanical, electrical, or trailer systems.
• Weld with MIG/TIG on aluminum, stainless, or carbon sections.

Skills

Tank inspection

DOT compliance

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Brake systems knowledge

Tools

Own basic tools

Job description

As a tanker trailer technician for cargo tank repair and testing your primary responsibilities are to perform external visual, internal visual, pressure, and leak tests on DOT specified tankers. You will also be responsible for tank testing on Hazardous Material certified tanks such as vac trucks, hydro excavators, oil tankers, guzzlers, tanker trailers, cargo tanks and more.

Demonstrated skill in most of the following areas:

• Ability to effectively and efficiently inspect tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards (HM183, hazmat)
• The ability to diagnose failures and make repairs on mechanical, electrical, or other various systems on a trailer
• Tank service and repair
• Knowledge of air brake systems and repairs
• A working knowledge ABS systems
• TIG/MIG aluminum, stainless or carbon welding experience
• Willing to train through our apprentice program

Experience:

• Tank Valve Repair or Replacement: 1 year (preferred)
• Tanker Air Systems Repair: 1 year (preferred)
• Tank Trailer Repair: 1 year (preferred)
• Trailer Brake System Repair: 1 year (preferred)
• Trailer Electrical Lighting Repair: 1 year (preferred)
• Trailer Suspension Repair: 1 year (preferred)
• MIG Welding: 1 year (preferred)
• TIG Welding: 1 year (preferred)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Legally eligible to work in the United State
• Able to pass a background check
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must provide own tools that are adequate to perform job functions

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

40 hours of pay minimum (1.5 pay after 40 hours)

Occasional Saturday work when needed (non-mandatory)

401(k)

401(k) profit sharing

Dental & Vision HRA Reimbursement

Life insurance

PTO

(10) Paid Holidays

Work Boot Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program (up to $500)

100% paid uniforms (11 uniforms and 2 jackets)

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