Fuel Storage Tank Construction Apprentice - Tait & Associates, Inc.
Richardson, TX
About the Job
Join the TAIT Team!
About TAIT
Welcome to TAIT, where we strive for excellence every day. TAIT is a nationwide leader in fuel system compliance for critical infrastructure. TAIT remains at the forefront of innovation, boasting a powerhouse team of service technicians, designers, and project managers dedicated to tank construction, testing, repair, and regulatory compliance. Joining TAIT means immersing yourself in a culture of ambition, where every challenge is an opportunity for growth and advancement. With exceptional benefits, a supportive work environment, and unbeatable work-life balance, we invite you to become a part of our journey toward excellence. Recognized as a Top Workplace since 2016, your career at TAIT promises not just fulfillment, but genuine impact in serving our communities. Your future starts here – seize the opportunity and join the TAIT team today!
Position Description
This apprentice position will train for our Construction department. The Petroleum Storage Tank Apprentice plays a critical role in the environmental compliance efforts of our clients. Our Associates test, maintain, repair, and install all refueling equipment for the petroleum industry, as well as commercial and municipal refueling facilities, marinas, and airports. The Apprentice will learn state and local regulatory directives regarding storage and monitoring systems. Apprentices will work closely with trainers to learn to become a company representative and perform troubleshooting, repair, and installation without direct supervision. Additionally, the Apprentice will learn to serve as the eyes and ears of our clients identifying and documenting all system issues. At TAIT, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer the opportunity to dispatch from home to suit the needs of our dedicated team members.
Training Requirements: This position requires appx. 4 weeks of initial training out of the local office. The 4-week initial training period may require travel with overnight stays approximately 75% of the time. After the initial training period, this position will require overnight travel 25-75% of the time. Travel costs including per diem, transportation, and hotel stays will be paid for by the company.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Work Experience
Preferred Education and Skills Experience
Physical Requirements
About TAIT
Welcome to TAIT, where we strive for excellence every day. TAIT is a nationwide leader in fuel system compliance for critical infrastructure. TAIT remains at the forefront of innovation, boasting a powerhouse team of service technicians, designers, and project managers dedicated to tank construction, testing, repair, and regulatory compliance. Joining TAIT means immersing yourself in a culture of ambition, where every challenge is an opportunity for growth and advancement. With exceptional benefits, a supportive work environment, and unbeatable work-life balance, we invite you to become a part of our journey toward excellence. Recognized as a Top Workplace since 2016, your career at TAIT promises not just fulfillment, but genuine impact in serving our communities. Your future starts here – seize the opportunity and join the TAIT team today!
Position Description
This apprentice position will train for our Construction department. The Petroleum Storage Tank Apprentice plays a critical role in the environmental compliance efforts of our clients. Our Associates test, maintain, repair, and install all refueling equipment for the petroleum industry, as well as commercial and municipal refueling facilities, marinas, and airports. The Apprentice will learn state and local regulatory directives regarding storage and monitoring systems. Apprentices will work closely with trainers to learn to become a company representative and perform troubleshooting, repair, and installation without direct supervision. Additionally, the Apprentice will learn to serve as the eyes and ears of our clients identifying and documenting all system issues. At TAIT, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer the opportunity to dispatch from home to suit the needs of our dedicated team members.
Training Requirements: This position requires appx. 4 weeks of initial training out of the local office. The 4-week initial training period may require travel with overnight stays approximately 75% of the time. After the initial training period, this position will require overnight travel 25-75% of the time. Travel costs including per diem, transportation, and hotel stays will be paid for by the company.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Complete required training classes, both in person and online, to obtain position required certifications.
- Complete and obtain 24-hour HAZWOPER certificate during initial 4-week training program.
- Attend training classes, both in person and online, to obtain required certifications.
- Learn to diagnose and perform repairs on UST & AST systems by assisting Foreman while on site.
- Learn how to fill out project associated paperwork.
- Learn how to enter inspection data / associated paperwork into online web-based data collection systems using a company laptop.
- Use a computer to input timecards and work orders daily.
- When necessary, drive the company work truck to client job sites.
- Perform all work safely according to company and client job safety requirements.
Minimum Work Experience
- Valid & current Driver’s License and ability to drive extensively up to 1,000 miles per week.
- Experience working with general handheld tools (pipe wrenches, pipe threader, voltmeter, etc.)
- Organization and scheduling skills.
- Previous experience with laptop/ computer and printer along with experience using email, and Microsoft programs.
Preferred Education and Skills Experience
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and a desire to function in a position of high visibility both internal and external to the company.
- Experience review and interpreting reports and documents.
- Ability to work effectively & professionally with team & clients.
Physical Requirements
- Climbing ladders; carrying/ using hand tools & parts; lifting sump lids with assistance.
- Walking, driving, climbing, kneeling, standing to perform tasks at each site.
- Ability to speak clearly & professionally to communicate with team & clients.
- Ability to drive a vehicle to job sites and ability to drive extensive distances, up to 1,000 miles per week.
- Ability to walk around job sites that may be dirt, cement, asphalt, uneven concrete, other.
Benefits
TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:
- Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
- Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
- Dental Plans with little to no deductible
- Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
- Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
- Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
- Support for professional growth and development.
- Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)
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TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.
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