Tank Technician

Tank Technician Responsibilities

• Inspect, Service & Repair: Tanks and trailers to meet FHWA, FMCSA, DOT HM183, and hazmat standards.
  • Pneumatic and hydraulic control systems, product pumps, and piping.
    • Overfill systems (Scully, Civacon, Flotech, Titan Logix, Garnett).
    • Air brake systems, valves, sensors, dome lids, shoes, drums, pads, and rotors.
    • Low voltage wiring, harnesses, lights, batteries, and charging systems.
    • Chassis, side-shells, caps, doors, retainers, fasteners, floors, and plates.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and minor mechanical repairs.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and lighting systems; perform sheet metal and paint work.
  • Install add-on components (toolboxes, pumping systems, ladders, brackets).
  • Perform aluminum and steel MIG/TIG welding, including in confined spaces.
  • Fabricate hydraulic pump systems and perform wood/metal carpentry.
  • Complete wreck repairs and custom fabrication.
  • Obtain company weld test certification.

  Quality Checks & Reporting

  • Complete Mechanic’s Service Reports.
  • Prepare FHWA and HM183 testing documentation.

  Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience working on or around tank vehicles or pressure vessels.
  • Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
  • Own a personal set of hand tools (except in California).
  • Strong mechanical knowledge of tank and semi-trailer equipment.
  • Ability to operate hand, power, pneumatic tools, and welding equipment safely.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to follow service guidelines.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • 3+ years of tank vehicle service experience.
  • Registered Tank Inspector certification.
  • Additional certifications such as Tank, ASE, or welding.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.
  • Willingness to work overtime as needed.

  Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.).
  • Use of hands and arms for handling tools and materials.
  • Work in confined spaces and at heights.
  • Exposure to mechanical parts, chemicals, fumes, and varying temperatures.
  • Moderate to loud noise levels; potential risk of electrical shock.
  • Work may be performed in a shop, yard, or mobile service vehicle.

  About Great Western Trailer

  Great Western Trailer (GWT) is a growing Semi-Trailer Sales, Leasing, Rental, and Service company with 10 locations across 8 states. We operate in Fontana, CA; Albuquerque, NM; Phoenix, AZ; Grants Pass, OR; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Dearborn, MI; Salt Lake City, UT; Oklahoma City, OK; and Tulsa, OK—and we’re expanding!