Skilled Laborer Apprenticeship

About PTS: Trusted, Responsive, and Nationwide
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Phillips Tank & Structure (PTS) is a growing, team-oriented, nationwide tank construction company with headquarters in Braddock, Pennsylvania, just outside of the City of Pittsburgh. We have over 190 employees and branch offices in Texas, California, Kentucky, and Hawaii. We specialize in designing, engineering, repairing, and constructing above-ground metal storage tanks and related structures, including welded tanks, bolted tanks, and geodesic domes. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels.

At PTS, our commitment to our customers shapes everything we do. We have served companies across an array of industries, handling new tanks, repairs, and modifications. Our collective methodology, industry knowledge, and exhaustive range of abilities permit us to meet one-of-a-kind needs of our customers as they react to industry expectations. We believe in good quality and on-time delivery. We provide an excellent working relationship based on integrity and professionalism.

Why Choose PTS?

• Positive Work Culture: PTS employees experience a healthy blend of creativity, accountability, motivation, and improvement through team-based interactions with peers and other group members.
• Professional Development: PTS is a growing company with many opportunities for advancement. PTS' systems-based approach to training and development helps employees quickly find the path to success in our company.
• Intellectual Satisfaction: Being part of a team that executes unique and challenging projects throughout the country and actually builds something is ​an exciting endeavor.

Our Core Principles

• ​ Service: The primary expectation for all employees at PTS is to focus on service. We are called to serve our customers as well as our co-workers and suppliers. We endeavor to build a cohesive team of employees who care about the well-being of the group.​
• Planning and Problem Solving: Planning and problem solving should be utilized to achieve productivity. We will strive every day to be organized and efficient in our approach. We will always look for better ways to achieve results rather than propagating inefficient or inaccurate methods.
• Personal Development: Every employee should assist in the development of co-workers just as each employee should pursue their own personal development. Mentor and teammate relationships lay the groundwork for future growth and rewards.

We are currently looking to hire a full-time  Skilled Laborer Apprentice

Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Perform regular job tasks regarding above-ground storage tank seal and dome
installation, inspection, and repair. Non-welded tank apparatus installation, inspection,
and repair
• Become Confined Space Rescue trained through PTS's in-house training
• Install, inspect, and repair above-ground storage tanks
• Operate safety equipment including, fall protection, atmospheric monitors, and
respiratory protection
• Operate all tools on the job site including power tools, air tools, and testing equipment
• Setup and operate generators and air compressors
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operations including forklifts, skid steers, and aerial lifts
• Understand and follow drawing packages, technical documents, and safe work plans
• Understand and assist in the care and maintenance of all tooling, equipment
• Assist in receiving, inspecting, and inventorying all material.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly job site
• Completing job safety analysis, safety audits, site-specific training, and other safety
training.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Have great communication and organization skills.
• The ability to solve problems and suggest improvements to our systems.
• Have excellent attendance and show up to work on time every day.
• The willingness to learn.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Be willing to authorize background checks.
• Have no criminal convictions for dishonesty, sexual misconduct, violence, or acts of terrorism.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Be willing to authorize motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Be willing to submit to pre-hire, random, and post-incident drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to weld is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with annual reviews
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Great culture of teamwork, learning and development.
• You’ll be part of a team where YOU matter

To Apply:

If interested, complete the job application from our website at We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.