Tank Cleaning Technician

Houston, TX

Summary

The Tank Cleaning Technician will prepare sites for installation of Path equipment by cleaning, loading or unloading equipment and materials, and removing hazards.  Field tasks include assembly and disassembly of piping systems, hoses, tank cleaning equipment, power washing, fueling of equipment, utilizing hand tools, small equipment repairs and disassembly of tank hardware. Position entails operation of pressurized equipment, such as pressure washing equipment and bean unit, to aid in the safe successful cleaning of a tank. Work to be performed with potential constant use of respiratory protection (Supplied breathing air, air-purifying Full-face respirator) and chemical resistant suits. Most of the work scope will be performed inside of a confined space while working alongside of a small specialized crew.  Maintenance and cleaning of equipment, jobsites, and work areas both in the field and at Path facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform installation and tear down of fluid transfer equipment including, but not limited to, piping, hoses, pumps, and heat exchangers.
  • Assess jobsite preparedness for equipment installation and correct any unsafe conditions.
  • Operate equipment to load and unload materials and equipment as necessary on the jobsite.
  • Maintain an organized inventory of tools and materials and perform auditing of levels for upcoming activities.
  • Ability to stay focused on particular tasks despite being in an active and complex workplace.
  • Manually unspool hoses and secure in place.
  • Connect de-energized utilities to equipment and client infrastructure.
  • Cargo management of onsite and long-haul trucks.
  • Work in appropriate PPE for a variety of areas, including impermeable suits and breathing air apparatus.
  • Remain engaged and providing value to the team despite facing challenging and demanding work conditions and environments.
  • Communicate effectively with all coworkers.  This includes active participation in safety discussions for upcoming work activities.
  • Ensures all safety systems are managed and followed by all employees.
  • Decontaminate equipment, tools, and jobsite on a regular basis to uphold professional atmosphere.
  • Engage all coworkers with a positive attitude and strive to improve yourself and your teammates every day.
  • Always maintain a safe and respectful working environment.
  • Provide general labor to support other company workgroups when necessary.

Required Qualifications

  • Two (2) or more years of relevant CSE cleaning experience 
  • Vac Truck and Centrifuge experience a plus
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Active TWIC card
  • Active and unrestricted Driver’s License 
  • CDL highly desirable
  • DISA and other applicable background check score of 2 or less
  • Negative results on all substance abuse testing protocols set forth by company and clients
  • Physically able to perform all duties required including lifting 50 pounds
  • Pass a job specific physical without restrictions

Position Skills and Abilities

  • Safety conscious and awareness for themselves and their team
  • Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience
  • Visual and referential estimation of material dimensions
  • Leadership and ownership of their own performance
  • Ability to work as a valuable member of a team
  • Communicate clearly with their team
  • Knowledge of basic hand tools used in CSE cleaning
  • Proper understanding of the safe operation of pressurized equipment
  • Industrial workplace experience

Additional Notes

  • Shifts are typically 10-12 hours per day
  • Operations are often 24 hours per day, and all employees must be willing and able to work night shifts 
  • Operations are not always suspended during holidays or emergencies 
  • Requires outdoor work in variety of environments
  • Travel requirements are extensive to path project jobsites