Traveling Tank Superintendent

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Vacation + Paid Holidays

Job summary

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company is seeking a Tank Superintendent responsible for supervising crews that erect and inspect steel storage tanks. This role requires extensive field experience, management skills, and certification in multiple welding processes. Applicants must have strong communication skills and adaptability in complex environments.

Physical capability is essential, as this position involves frequent operation of heavy machinery and work at height. The company offers a competitive salary along with various benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret construction drawings.
• English required; Spanish beneficial.
• Physical capability to perform required duties.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a crew at a work location, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members, including welders.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of site equipment.

Skills

Climb structures using appropriate fall protection and available handholds and footholds

Advanced self-awareness and interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Typically 15+ years of relevant experience and 10+ years in supervisor/superintendent role

Tools

Weld qualification/certification in multiple processes (FCAW, SMAW, SAW, etc.)

NCCCO certified equipment operator

CB&I mobile crane safety training

Job description

Company Overview

CB&I® is the world’s leading designer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals. With more than 60,000 structures completed throughout our 135+ year history, we have the global expertise and strategically–located operations to provide customers world‑class storage solutions for even the most complex energy infrastructure projects.

Overview

THIS ROLE TRAVELS PROJECT TO PROJECT WITHIN U.S.

The Tank Superintendent is responsible for supervising a crew that field erects, fits, welds, grinds, and inspects new steel storage tanks, vessels, and structures and makes repairs to existing steel storage tanks, vessels, and structures. This position is a Supervisor role. The role directly reports to the Construction Manager and routinely interacts with Clients, Project Management Team, Erection Crews, Supervisors, Subcontractors, and Internal Support Departments.

Benefits Offered

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short Term Disability
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Vacation + Paid Holidays

Responsibilities

• Supervise a crew at a work location, ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and schedules.
• Coordinate work across crafts, departments, and contractors; maintain liaison with engineering, planning, and procurement teams.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members, including welders in SMAW, FCAW, SAW, EGW, and GTAW processes.
• Perform and oversee steel erection tasks, including fitting, welding, rigging, and scaffold setup, using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of site equipment, adherence to safety procedures, and completion of required inspections.
• Read and interpret construction drawings; communicate tasks clearly and ensure cargo is secured and coordinated with drivers.
• Support project progress through scheduling, reporting, and resolving field issues such as productivity or work interfaces.
• Assist in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Assist in development of look‑ahead scheduling and progress reporting.
• Set up, break down, and rig lifting equipment such as mobile cranes and fixed derricks.
• Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks or rail cars.
• Lay out and install tank accessories according to drawings and procedures.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
• Erect and dismantle temporary scaffolding used in steel plate construction.

Local Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Standing – Constantly
• Walking – Frequently
• Sitting – Occasionally
• Pushing – Frequently
• Pulling – Frequently
• Climbing – Frequently
• Balancing – Frequently
• Bending – Frequently
• Stooping – Frequently
• Kneeling – Occasionally
• Crouching – Occasionally
• Crawling – Occasionally
• Reaching – Frequently
• Handling – Frequently
• Fingering – Frequently
• Feeling – Constantly
• Vision – Constantly
• Hearing – Constantly
• Lifting (lbs.) – 0‑10 lbs. (Constantly)
• Carrying (lbs.) – 0‑10 lbs. (Constantly)

Qualifications

• Typically 15+ years of relevant experience with 10+ years in a supervisor/superintendent role.
• Weld qualification/certification in multiple processes (FCAW, SMAW, SAW, etc.).
• English is required; Spanish is beneficial.
• SIPP training.
• NCCCO certified equipment operator.
• CB&I mobile crane safety training.

Skills and Behaviors

• Climb structures using appropriate fall protection and available handholds and footholds.
• Access elevated work platforms and scaffolds through the use of ladders, stairways, or other designated access ways.
• Work in confined spaces where respirators and fresh air equipment are utilized.
• Adaptability and agility to learn and contribute in varying and complex environments.
• Advanced self‑awareness and interpersonal skills.
• A consistently developing business and technical acumen coupled with a drive to achieve results.
• Computer skills.
• Communication skills: Ability to effectively verbally communicate directions from craft supervisors and respond to questions from managers and fellow workers.
• Mathematical skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.