Field Service Technician - Tanknology
Richmond, TX
About the Job
Tanknology is the largest company in the world devoted to protecting the environment from fuel leaking out of tanks and piping systems. With operations covering the entire country, we are growing and in need of good people in many areas of the U.S. who are looking for a rewarding career with the industry leader.
This is an indurstry that is rather unknown so we know that most will not have experience in this job role. That is why it will be an apprentice style learning until certified as a Field Service Technician. The Field Service Technicians are on job sites, performing the various testing, installs, and repairs necessary for each job site and recording all findings using our proprietary software, TANCS. Prior career paths that typically excel in our roles would be: HVAC, Plumbing, Mechanics, Electrician, Carpenters, and Cable Technicians.
We are looking for people who:
- Have a mechanical aptitude, any experience in trades, over the road driving, and/or experience in any industrial/commercial settings.
- Can lift up to 70lbs as well as stoop, bend, and kneel.
- Ability to climb 20ft extension ladder several times per day
- Adhere to a DOT physical & drug screen, DMV check, and background check, all of which are subject to applicable federal, state, and local law.
- Can be consistent with applicable laws and follow strict safety and technical protocols.
- Able to work independently (after you are trained that is) and has basic knowledge of computers, and/or tablet or phones for data entry.
- Are able to communicate effectively.
- Can comfortably travel in a multi-state area, in some cases being away from home multiple nights in a row, hotels and a generous per diem is provided.
What are the primary responsibilities?
- Perform site assessments or surveys as well as associated procedures
- Conduct leak tests on fuel storage tanks and piping
- Install equipment and or testing of tank gauge systems
- Enter and analyze test results into company computer and be able to communicate any issues or findings to Operations team for further direction
- Manage and report inventory of parts and supplies on company vehicle
Why apply?
- Help protect the environment
- Work all 12 months of the year, no winter layoffs
- We don't layoff Technicians due to lack of work
- Company supplied tools, vehicles, equipment, and training. Get paid while training for a new career.
- Opportunity for advancement
As a part of the D&H United Petroleum family, we offer Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting at day 30 as well as a 50% match on 401k Contributions (up to 6%). Other benefits include vacation and sick days as well as 7 paid holidays.
Pay is base salary plus 5% of Revenue. Average starting salary is 42-44k plus 5%. Typical first year for new technician is 56-58k.
Please take a few minutes to watch the video below to see a little more about the role and working at Tanknology. If you would like to apply, head over to our careersite, www.tanknology.com/careers. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please apply via our careers page as we cannot take resumes via email.