Tank Fitter​/Tacker

Company Overview

CB&I delivers integrated storage and asset‑management solutions that help customers operate safely, reliably, and efficiently across the lifecycle of their facilities. Through our two global business units – Storage Solutions and Asset Solutions – we combine technical excellence with execution capability to extend asset life, optimize performance, and maximize value.

The Tank (Erection) Fitter/Tacker is responsible for field erecting, fitting, welding, grinding, and inspecting new steel storage tanks, vessels, and structures and for repairing existing steel storage tanks, vessels, and structures. This is a skilled craft role that reports directly to the Superintendent and works closely with erection crews and supervisors.

• Pass pre‑employment drug & alcohol screen.
• Unload fabricated steel products and tools from trucks or rail cars.
• Operate electric and pneumatic power tools (grinders, wire brushes, chipping guns) and perform basic maintenance on power equipment.
• Use hand tools such as shovels, brooms, scrapers, hand brushes, files, etc.
• Move material by hand or with forklift/crane assistance.
• Align, fit, and tack steel shapes using temporary erection gear, pry bars, and sledgehammers.
• Erect and dismantle temporary scaffolding used in steel plate construction.
• Set up, break down, and rig lifting equipment such as mobile cranes and fixed derricks.
• Set up and use oxy‑fuel or plasma cutting equipment to cut or trim plate and structural steel.
• Perform welding operations (SMAW, FCAW, SAW) according to approved construction welding procedures.
• Inspect, set up, use, and rig equipment such as aerial work platforms, elevated platforms, and staging.
• Lay out and install tank accessories according to drawings and procedures.

• Basic Carbon Steel SMAW Welding Qualification (Four Plate Test).
• Skilled in grinding, oxy‑fuel burning, basic fitting, arc gouging, manlift, and scissor lift operations.
• Experienced with structural erection, fit‑up, tank bottom/lapped plate, tank fittings, and tank shell plate erection.
• Weld seam grinding and basic knowledge of construction manuals.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and operation manuals.
• First‑class knowledge of rigging and lifting tools; able to calculate load weights and inspect rigging gear.
• Proficient with safety procedures, including fall protection, confined‑space work, and personal protective equipment.

• Typically 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Certification in tacking weld processes.

• Effective verbal communication with supervisors and team members.
• Strong mathematical skills (fractions, percentages, ratios).
• Ability to clearly interpret verbal and written instructions.
• Adherence to safety rules, proper use of equipment, and maintenance of clean, safe work areas.
• Capability to learn and apply basic drawings and perform general labor.
• Ability to pass required safety examinations.
• Commitment to attendance and quality of work standards.

• Standing:
  Constantly.
• Walking:
  Frequently.
• Sitting/Seated work:
  Frequently.
• Pushing, Pulling, Climbing, Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Handling, Fingering, Feeling, Vision, Hearing:
  All frequently or constantly as required by tasks.
• Lifting:
• 0–10 lbs – Constantly
• 10–20 lbs – Constantly
• 25–50 lbs – Occasionally
• 50–100 lbs – Occasionally
• 100 lbs+ – Occasionally
• Carrying: 0–10 lbs – Constantly; 10–20 lbs – Constantly; 25–50 lbs – Occasionally; 50–100 lbs – Occasionally; 100 lbs+ – Occasionally.