Tanker Trailer Technician: Testing, Repairs & Welding

Southwest Economic Solutions; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Profit sharing

Dental & Vision HRA Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Vacation and Sick Pay

Paid Holidays

Work Boot Reimbursement

Referral program

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Southwest Economic Solutions in Channelview, TX is seeking a tanker trailer technician to perform external and internal visual inspections, pressure and leak tests on DOT specified tankers, and to test hazardous material certified tanks. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical or electrical systems on trailers, with knowledge of air brakes and ABS.

TIG/MIG welding skills are valuable, and an apprentice program is available.

Qualifications

• Inspect tanks and trailers to DOT HM183 standards.
• Diagnose failures and repair mechanical/electrical systems on trailers.
• Tank service and repair.
• Knowledge of air brake systems and repairs.
• Working knowledge of ABS systems.
• TIG/MIG welding experience (aluminum, stainless, or carbon).
• Willing to train through an apprentice program.

Responsibilities

• Perform external and internal visual inspections, pressure and leak tests on DOT specified tankers.
• Test tankers including hazardous material certified tanks (e.g., vac trucks, oil tankers).
• Inspect and diagnose issues; repair mechanical/electrical systems on trailers.
• Maintain proficiency with air brake and ABS systems; weld as needed.

Skills

DOT standards (HM183)

Tank testing

Mechanical diagnosis

Electrical repair

ABS knowledge

TIG welding

MIG welding

Apprentice program

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Southwest Economic Solutions in Channelview, TX is seeking a tanker trailer technician to perform external and internal visual inspections, pressure and leak tests on DOT specified tankers, and to test hazardous material certified tanks. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical or electrical systems on trailers, with knowledge of air brakes and ABS.

TIG/MIG welding skills are valuable, and an apprentice program is available.