UST Installer/Construction Tech

Nwestco LLC; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Clothing allowance

Job summary

A leader in petroleum services is seeking a highly skilled UST Installer/Construction Tech in Kalispell, Montana. This role offers a competitive pay range of $22-$28/hr, depending on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include the installation and removal of underground storage tanks, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have 2-5+ years of relevant experience and certifications such as OSHA HAZWOPER.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of hands-on experience in UST installation or removal.
• Proven ability to manage excavation safely on active job sites.
• Strong track record with compliance to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove underground storage tanks per regulations.
• Operate heavy equipment during preparation and handling.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and UST regulations.

Skills

UST installation

Excavation equipment operation

Familiarity with regulations

Team-oriented

Education

40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification

Confined Space Entry certification

Tools

Heavy equipment (excavators, backhoes)

Veeder-Root monitoring systems

Job description

Overview

Join the Nwestco Revolution! At Nwestco LLC, we don’t just work in the Petroleum and Car Wash Equipment industry—we lead it. For more than 25 years, we’ve set the standard across the Northwest and Rockies by delivering innovation, reliability, and excellence to our customers. We’re on the hunt for a highly skilled, UST Installer/Construction Tech to join our growing team in . If you’re driven, safety-focused, and ready to grow with a company that values your experience, this is your moment. The pay range is $22-$28/hr depending on experience and includes benefits, PTO, 401k, Company Truck, Gas Card, Cell Phone, Laptop and more!

Responsibilities

• Perform the installation and removal of underground storage tanks (USTs) in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Operate and oversee heavy equipment, including excavators, backhoes, and compactors during site preparation and tank handling.
• Ensure proper installation of associated piping, venting, spill containment, leak detection, and monitoring systems.
• Conduct or assist with tank tightness testing, line testing, and verification of installation integrity.
• Collect and document soil samples and site conditions during removals for environmental assessment and compliance reporting.
• Follow approved work plans, blueprints, and site drawings, adjusting in the field when necessary in coordination with project managers.
• Maintain strict compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state-specific UST regulations, including safe work practices in hazardous environments.
• Complete accurate and timely project documentation, including daily reports, manifests, and regulatory forms.
• Communicate effectively with field crews, supervisors, subcontractors, inspectors, and clients to coordinate safe and timely project completion.
• Participate in site safety meetings, follow job hazard analysis procedures, and adhere to all PPE and confined space entry protocols.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of hands-on experience in UST installation, removal, or petroleum construction, including familiarity with tank system components.
• Proven ability to safely operate excavation and trenching equipment on active job sites.
• Experience installing or removing fiberglass and steel tanks, piping systems, sumps, dispensers, and monitoring systems (e.g., Veeder-Root).
• Knowledge of federal and state UST regulations, including permitting, closure requirements, and environmental sampling procedures.
• Completion of applicable certifications such as: 40-Hour OSHA HAZWOPER, Confined Space Entry, State UST Installer/Remover Licenses (as required).
• Skilled in reading site plans and interpreting construction documents, including as-builts and utility locates.
• Demonstrated reliability in maintaining accurate field records, coordinating with environmental professionals, and supporting compliance reporting.
• Strong safety track record with adherence to site-specific health & safety plans, excavation safety standards, and spill prevention procedures.
• Known for being team-oriented, dependable, and adaptable, with the ability to work long hours and travel to regional job sites.

Before You Leap

Some positions require travel and overnight stays. Travel expenses will be covered by Nwestco, LLC.

Requirements and Assessments

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the following:

• Ability to pass pre-employment physical with extensive lifting (up to 75 lb), twisting, pulling, kneeling, and squatting.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug-screening and background check. If the position is classified as safety-sensitive, it requires the applicant to pass a comprehensive drug test, including screening for marijuana, as a condition of employment.
• A valid driver\'s license with a clean driving record over the past 5 years required.

Why Join Nwestco?

About When you join our ranks, you’re not just getting a job; you’re igniting a career with purpose. We’re all about diversity, valuing our people, and a culture of relentless excellence. Here’s what’s in it for you:

• Competitive compensation that appreciates your experience and potential.
• A treasure chest of benefits: 401(k) (with matching!), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid sick time, paid vacation, clothing allowance, paid holidays, and more.
• Unparalleled opportunities for career growth – your horizon is limitless.

Nwestco, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career with Nwestco LLC.

To learn more about Nwestco, LLC, please visit our website at www.nwestco.com.