Tank Washer

Job Details

Location:

Long Beach Headquarters - Long Beach, CA 90810

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Category:
Transportation

A Tank Washer is responsible for safely ensuring the cleanliness of our fleet and that of our customers' tanks.

• Review and fill out cleaning orders for tankers, containers, hoses, fittings and other company equipment.
• Use reference materials to determine the proper cleaning method for all equipment and products.
• Use reference materials to determine the proper disposal methods for heels, rinsate, and cleaning chemicals.
• Use proper methods to clean the interior and exterior of tankers, containers, hoses, fittings and other company equipment while maintaining company standards of clean, dry, and odor‑free apparel for all equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment (pumps, forklifts, boilers, compressors, yard tractors, pressure washers) to support washing and other operational functions.
• Monitor wash rack equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Properly store hazardous waste, ensuring it is properly labeled, containers are closed, and stored in the hazardous waste area.
• Ensure clarifier is kept clean and wastewater discharge remains in compliance.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and chemicals.
• Maintain organized hose program per company policy.
• Observe all safety and compliance policies. Consistently wear PPE, use fall protection, observe confined space entry rules, and function with safety at the top of the mind.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Able to work long hours from time to time.
• Able to work odd hours, nights, and weekends; on call and respond to emergencies.
• Able to work outdoors and tolerate cold, heat, rain, and weather.
• Able to climb on top of, underneath, and enter ISO tank containers and tanker trailers; safely enter confined spaces.
• Able to perform strenuous work while inside a confined space, including overhead scrubbing and scraping.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to connect heavy 20-foot‑long by 3‑inch‑wide hoses to the underside of tanker trailers, often requiring lifting and pulling in awkward positions.
• Able to lift and carry heavy hoses, fittings, and other equipment weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, squat, and climb as necessary to perform various cleaning functions.

• Able to communicate effectively in English verbally and in writing.
• Extremely accurate and detail oriented; does not overlook details and makes few errors.
• Can read and interpret complex paperwork and data such as chemical names, order numbers, and rail car numbers.
• Organized, able to multi‑task, tracking several activities at once.
• Able to handle shifting priorities and constantly changing conditions.
• Able to work effectively on flexible and varying work schedules.
• Team player; able to get along well with coworkers, drivers, and supervisors; can settle disagreements professionally and productively.
• Operates with a safety orientation, uses all protective equipment, follows SOPs, and manages risks to prevent incidents.
• High energy level and initiative; takes the lead in making improvements to the operation and addressing equipment breakdowns.
• Mechanical ability; able to perform basic repairs on boilers, compressors, valves, and other equipment.
• Able to safely use basic hand tools.
• Trustworthy, honest, reliable; able to operate autonomously for long periods with minimal supervision; reliable attendance.