Field Crew / Tank Erector

Hours:

Monday – Friday, 6:30am to 5:00pm

Job Summary:

Superior Tank Co., Inc. is currently seeking individuals to join our field installation crews. We are looking for someone who is prompt, dependable, and knowledgeable in construction/safety to join our team. This individual will work with a crew of tank erectors in building and/or repairing above ground bolted steel storage tanks.

Travel Requirements: Travel to different job sites including traveling within California as well as out of state.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attention to safety
• Assemble and erect pre-manufactured parts at job site to construct bolted steel storage tanks: Install tank parts as per Field Foreman’s direction, based on reference points from blueprints, diagrams, and other specifications, using measuring instruments.
• Measure and mark position of tank foundation and lifts tank parts into place using forklift/crane as per Field Foreman’s direction.
• Assemble tank bottoms, install vertical panels, by inserting metal guide pins into corresponding holes in panels of tanks and use sealant, bolts, nuts, and washers to fasten them together as per Field Foreman’s direction.
• Inspects and assembles parts for fit during erection, using hand tools such as levels and squares.
• Position and install parts on the tank with sealant, hardware and gasket, and tighten hardware using wrenches and pneumatic impact guns as per Field Foreman’s direction.
• Assemble scaffolding as per the Field Foreman’s direction, using hand and power tools.
• Work at heights up to 64 ft. using fall protection and specially designed tank scaffolding.
• Ascend and descend ladders up to 64 feet.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs. occasionally. Additional weight handling is assessed for safety based on specific tasks.
• Cut openings for drains, outlets, fill pipes, and manholes, using drills and saws per the Field Foreman’s direction.
• Able to work with hearing protection in loud conditions while using hand and power tools. (hammers, pneumatic tools, compressors, etc.)
• Use liquid paint with brushes or spray cans to touch up tank coating.
• May install mechanical agitators, baffles or other flow divergent parts in the tank.
• Able to work in confined spaces and follow applicable safety guidance.

Tank Installation/Repair:

• Routinely walking, bending over, and kneeling down.
• Level out gravel with hand tools
• Work from ground level up to 64’ up on tank scaffolding with fall protection
• Raise scaffolding from one level to the next up to 10’ intervals
• Intermediate vibration exposure when operating pneumatic and electric tools
• Repetitive hand movements and body movements
• Repeatedly ascending and descending ladders
• Lift work up to 50 lbs. to shoulder level or above.
• Uneven ground conditions and elevations, not flat work and repetitive crouching and standing, reachingabove head
• Able to work with hearing protection in loud conditions while using hand and power tools. (hammers,pneumatic tools, compressors, etc.)
• Moderate pulling and pushing (materials, block and tackle, etc.)
• Work in confined spaces
• Operate high pressure water spray
• May require use of N95 mask
• General laborer duties

Operation of Equipment:

• Assist in unload trailer of tank parts, sometimes with auxiliary crane, forklift or by hand.
• Assist in load and unload truck with tools, parts and equipment
• Drive company truck with valid Driver’s License
• Other duties may be assigned

Essential functions required to perform duties are as follows:

• Must be able to work on feet for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work out of town for extended periods of time (2-6 weeks at a time)
• Spanish bi-lingual is preferred
• Valid Driver’s License preferred
• Able to follow directions
• Able to travel in company vehicle for long periods of time.
• Team Player and work well with others