What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tank Mechanic 2 position at Wabash?
About the Role:
The Welder Mechanic II is a skilled professional responsible for the service, repair, and maintenance of tank trailers and containers. This role requires expertise in multiple areas of repair, including electrical systems, plumbing, framing, welding, grinding, painting, insulation, decal application, and more.
This position supports and collaborates with less experienced technicians and helpers. Work often involves climbing ladders or scaffolding over six feet in height, and performing tasks that require bending, stooping, or working from low positions. The work environment may include exposure to loud noise, welding fumes, and grinding dust. All duties are carried out under the supervision of the department supervisor.
Requirements:
The work environment includes exposure to high decibels of noise, temperature, weather variations, metal welding processes and chemicals, which may include solvents, undercoating, paint, and caulking. Fast paced environment with moving equipment and motorized vehicles running at all times.
The Welder Mechanic II is a skilled professional responsible for the service, repair, and maintenance of tank trailers and containers. This role requires expertise in multiple areas of repair, including electrical systems, plumbing, framing, welding, grinding, painting, insulation, decal application, and more.
This position supports and collaborates with less experienced technicians and helpers. Work often involves climbing ladders or scaffolding over six feet in height, and performing tasks that require bending, stooping, or working from low positions. The work environment may include exposure to loud noise, welding fumes, and grinding dust. All duties are carried out under the supervision of the department supervisor.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong understanding of metal repair procedures and fabrication techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
- Skilled in the use of measuring tools and performing basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate effectively in a production environment.
- Demonstrates commitment to safety and adherence to company protocols.
- Familiarity with general shop practices and safety standards.
- Preferred: Experience or training as a Registered Inspector.
- Registered Inspector training and certification a plus
- Preferably the successful candidate will have inspector credentials.
- ASME Welding Certification is a plus.
- Repair and service electrical wiring and plumbing systems on tanks and containers.
- Perform structural repairs including framing, fenders, wrapping, suspension systems, fifth wheels, landing gear, truck mounts, and insulation.
- Execute final cleanup tasks including sandblasting, priming, painting, decal application, and installation of plates and fenders.
- Grind, polish, and patch tanks and bottles as required.
- Perform MIG/TIG welding on aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel.
- Fabricate metal components based on blueprints and technical drawings.
- Move trailers in and out of the shop safely and efficiently.
- Conduct full plumbing inspections and repairs on tanks.
- Troubleshoot, inspect, and perform complete repairs on trailer bodies independently.
- Test repaired tanks and trailers for operational safety and performance.
- Ensure compliance with DOT and ASME standards for tank repair and inspection.
- Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE (safety shoes, gloves, glasses, hearing protection, etc.).
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Work is performed 95% indoors and 5% outdoors.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, climb ladders or scaffolding over 6 feet, and work in tight spaces or while seated on low stools.
The work environment includes exposure to high decibels of noise, temperature, weather variations, metal welding processes and chemicals, which may include solvents, undercoating, paint, and caulking. Fast paced environment with moving equipment and motorized vehicles running at all times.