Designated UST Operator

Operate with Purpose – Power Environmental Protection with TAIT

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• Purposeful Work – Protect communities & the environment through UST inspections
• Growth Opportunities – Advance your career with leadership and certifications
• Expert Team – Join a trusted group of compliance and environmental professionals
• Ongoing Training – Build skills with hands‑on experience and tech‑enabled tools
• Safety‑Focused – Operate confidently with proven protocols and strong support

This position will require a background check, MVR, and physical/drug screening. The Designated Operator will be responsible for scheduling and conducting inspections for a portfolio of mandated 30‑day Underground Storage Tank (UST) inspections. Must follow Designated UST Operator procedures and perform all duties of the Designated UST Operator on behalf of the client. A TAIT service vehicle will be provided.

• Schedule appointments with tank owners or site management as necessary for each site visit.
• Use personal vehicle (or TAIT service vehicle) to travel to 50+ UST facilities per month.
• Completely and accurately fill out the monthly UST inspection checklist and submit on time.
• Enter inspection data into an online web‑based data collection system using company laptop, submit data on time.
• Train client’s facility personnel when needed.
• Explain observations from visual inspection to appropriate client site personnel.
• Immediately communicate all non‑compliance risks to the program coordinator.
• Follow company safety procedures including safe motor vehicle operation.

• ICC certified Designated UST Operator experience.
• Use laptop, computer and printer along with ability to email, as well as learn and use TAIT specific applications or Microsoft programs.
• Ability to review and interpret reports and documents.
• Ability to conduct group training events.
• Ability to work effectively & professionally with clients.
• Knowledge of UST systems and current regulations regarding their proper operation.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• A current or prior ICC Designated UST Operator certification.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills and a desire to function in a position of high visibility both internal and external to the company.
• Self‑direction and ability to work alone.
• Good organization and scheduling skills.

• Complete background check, MVR, physical examination and drug screening.
• Ability to drive extensively up to 1000 miles per week.
• Ability to speak clearly & professionally to communicate with clients.
• Ability to drive a vehicle to job sites and ability to drive extensive distances, occasionally up to 1000 miles per week.
• Ability to walk on job sites that may be dirt, cement, asphalt, uneven concrete, other.
• Ability to read and interpret machine diagnostic reports.

Salary range for position: $22/hr – $28/hr

• Flexible Work Schedule Options – Remote, Hybrid, In‑Person
• 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
• Protection & Monitoring
• Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Dependent Care and 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 and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
• Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
• Support for professional growth and development.
• Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and 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…