Dod Skillbridge - Commercial Driver / Fuel Storage Tank Technician

TAIT is a proud partner of the DoD SkillBridge Program and is proud to offer career opportunities to U.S. Armed Forces members as a way of recognizing the unique skills and qualities that our military personnel possess.  The DoD SkillBridge Program is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service.  Please visit our website at TAIT.com to learn more about the opportunities available.  

Qualifications

• Current Active Duty Servicemember
• Separating from the Military in 4-12 months
• Able to complete a minimum of 8 weeks and up to a maximum of 6 months training
• Able to complete 40 hours per week
• Mechanically minded

About TAIT

We are the leader in Underground & Above Ground Storage Tank maintenance and repair. Our National Fleet of skilled service technicians, designers and project managers are responsible for the construction, testing, repair, and regulatory compliance of underground and above ground Storage Tanks across the Country. TAIT is a family company and continues to grow since 1964.

We want talented, motivated, and technically driven individuals who want to join a company with excellent opportunities for career growth and development. We provide a variety of training opportunities, top tier benefits, work-life balance & the flexibility life needs, and an unbeatable friendly, professional, positive work environment. TAIT has been ranked a Top Workplace since 2016, join an amazing team!

Position Description:

The Commercial Driver / Fuel Technician role will be responsible for transporting Hazardous Waste (RCRA & Non-RCRA; i.e. Diesel, Gas, Oil, Oily Solids, Oily Water) from various job sites throughout the day. This position will split time between driving and technician duties. Each job site will require the Driver to exit the vehicle and load or unload drums. The Driver must be able to follow precise safety procedures during loading, transportation, and unloading. This position could require the individual to drive a maximum of 10 hours each day. Estimated 10 days of out-of-town nights required during a twelve-week period.  No more than 3 nights in a row at any given time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performing pre-trip truck inspections, loading tools, equipment and parts as required for the day.
• Driving extensive distances from office to job sites on a daily basis; occasionally staying out of town.
• Making contact at the job site with client representatives.
• Delivering empty barrels and/or removing full barrels to and from client sites; visiting up to six sites each day.
• Checking tank monitoring systems for alarms or notifications.
• Inspecting drums of waste; identifying, profiling, and labeling waste; loading and unloading drums to flatbed truck.
• Climbing trucks/tanks up to 10ft high; positioning pump equipment and securing barrels during transportation. 
• Completing daily work orders.
• Adhering to health and safety protocols.

Minimum Required Work Experience:

• 2-3 years of driver experience needed (backing up 31’ trucks through narrow alleys).
• 2-3 years of Class A or B experience.
• Class A or B Driver’s License with clean driving record; Tankers and/or HazMat endorsements preferred.
• Previous experience completing drivers’ logbooks.
• Must be able to work overtime and travel out of town with advanced notice.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; a desire to work in a position of high visibility both internal and external to the company.

Preferred Education and Skills Experience:

• Knowledge of petroleum industry.
• Knowledge of PPE.
• Knowledge of Veeder Root systems and current regulations; HazWoper, fall protection experience.
• Basic computer literacy with email (completing fillable PDFs, etc.).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to drive extensive distances to job sites, occasionally up to 1,000 miles per week.
• Ability to travel to job sites that may be dirt, cement, asphalt, uneven concrete, or construction zones.
• Ability to read and interpret machine diagnostic reports.
• Ability to lift and transport barrels weighing up to 500 lbs (with a hand truck and other assistance).
• Ability to climb trucks/tanks up to 10 ft high, using proper fall protection PPE.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range for position: $25/hour - $35/hour

Benefits:

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation & 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 it’s culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work & life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

• 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
• Dependent Care & 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 or Headspace for additional health & wellness benefits
• Maternity & Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
• Support for professional growth & 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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