Compliance Technician

Job Description

Fuel System Inspections, Calibration & Compliance Testing

Job Overview

• Company: United Petroleum Equipment
• Location: Battle Creek, MI
• Pay: $25 - $28+ per hour, based on experience
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Travel: Daily regional travel required;
  most days return home /to office
• Territory: Michigan, Northern Indiana, and Ohio

About the Role

United Petroleum Equipment is hiring a Petroleum Compliance Technician to support fuel system inspections, testing, calibration, and compliance work for commercial fueling customers.

This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, comfortable traveling daily, and interested in becoming a trusted compliance resource for petroleum equipment customers.

The Compliance Technician will support 1-year and 3-year inspections, calibration work, line testing, documentation, and follow-up recommendations when issues are identified. This position will also play an important role in helping build and grow United Petroleum’s compliance department, which is currently supported across existing service technicians.

What You’ll Do

• Perform petroleum compliance inspections for commercial fueling customers.
• Support required 1-year and 3-year inspections.
• Complete calibration work on fueling systems and related equipment.
• Perform line testing and related equipment testing.
• Inspect fuel system components and document results accurately.
• Identify compliance issues, equipment concerns, leaks, or repair needs.
• Communicate findings clearly to internal teams and customers.
• Help generate follow-up repair or service work when compliance issues are identified.
• Maintain accurate service records, test results, and compliance documentation.
• Travel throughout Michigan, Northern Indiana, and Ohio for customer visits.
• Return to the Battle Creek office / home base most evenings when possible.

Required Qualifications

• Background: Minimum 2+ years of mechanical, technical, service, inspection, or equipment maintenance experience (petroleum, fueling system, or compliance experience is preferred but not required).
• Attention to Detail: Strong ability to precisely follow strict testing, inspection, and EPA/state regulatory procedures.
• Technical Aptitude: Comfortable using specialized field testing equipment, hand tools, tablets, and digital documentation systems.
• Communication: Ability to communicate findings clearly and professionally with customers and internal team members.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license and comfortable driving daily across a regional territory (company service vehicle provided).
• Independence: Ability to work safely and independently in the field after completing training.
• Physical & Environmental Demands: Ability to lift up to 75 pounds frequently, maneuver heavy equipment (such as sump lids and testing rigs), and work safely outdoors around active fueling systems in all weather conditions.
• Certifications: Willingness and ability to obtain a Weights and Measures Certification and required state/manufacturer compliance certifications (fully paid for and supported by United Petroleum).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior petroleum compliance, fuel system inspection, or fuel equipment service experience.
• Existing Weights and Measures Certification from the Department of Agriculture (Michigan, Indiana, or Ohio).
• Existing line testing equipment certifications (such as the Estabrook Testing System or Petrotite).
• Experience with fuel dispensers, underground/aboveground storage tanks, product lines, containment sumps, or leak detection systems.
• Experience performing state-required petroleum inspections and handling EPA / state compliance documentation.
• Experience using manufacturer-specific line testing or calibration equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting ability and comfort identifying field repair needs.

What Makes Someone a Strong Fit

A strong candidate may come from petroleum service, fuel system testing, compliance inspection, calibration, mechanical service, equipment maintenance, or a technical field service background.

You may be a strong fit if you have experience with:

• Fuel system inspections
• Dispenser calibration
• Line testing or leak detection
• Petroleum compliance documentation
• Fuel tanks, product lines, and sumps
• Commercial fueling equipment
• Field service work and mechanical troubleshooting
• State inspection processes
• Customer-facing technical service

Candidates Who May Not Be a Fit

This role may not be the right fit for someone who:

• Does not want to drive or travel daily.
• Is not detail-oriented with paperwork and documentation.
• Is uncomfortable working independently in the field or outdoors in bad weather.
• Has no mechanical, technical, or fluid systems aptitude.
• Is looking for a shop-only or office-only role.
• Does not want to pursue required compliance, calibration, or manufacturer certifications.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Overtime potential
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Paid training and certification support
• Manufacturer and equipment training
• Company-provided uniforms and safety gear
• Steady, year-round work
• Opportunity to help grow a dedicated compliance department

About United Petroleum Equipment

United Petroleum Equipment provides petroleum construction, service, equipment installation, compliance, and testing support for commercial fueling environments. Our customers include gas stations, schools, bus garages, and other commercial fueling operations.

We are building a dedicated compliance function and are looking for someone who wants to grow with the department, take ownership of inspection work, and become a trusted technical resource.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Petroleum Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Selection decisions are based on job-related qualifications and business needs.