Industrial Maintenance Technician

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Quality Wash Solutions (QWS ® ) specializes in tank wash services for chemical tank trailers. QWS's experts ensure that each tank wash is completed safely and efficiently, allowing drivers to get back on the road with the confidence that their trailer is ready for the next haul.

We are looking for an energetic, reliable Industrial Maintenance Technician to join our team in Houston, TX. We are a dynamic, stable and growing company. We have great long term career opportunities across our headquarters, trucking terminals, mechanic shops, depots, tank washes and other locations. If you want to join the industry leader and make a difference, please consider this opportunity and apply at QWSTankwash.com.

Compensation and Incentives

• Weekly competitive pay
• Referral program
• Employee benefits: Discounted premiums for medical, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts
• Generous paid time off/holiday schedule
• Employer matching 401K
• Employee stock purchase plan with CSX

Job Summary

Cost effectively replace, maintain and repair all operating systems within the tank wash facility, as well as building and grounds.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspections and repairs on all spinner pumps, return pumps, diaphragm pumps and sump pumps
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance on stationary boiler(s)
• Perform routine inspections and perform repairs on stationary chemical and water vat systems.
• Perform electrical repairs throughout the wash rack, including electrical motors, motor controls, lighting control panels and starters.
• Perform industrial plumbing functions, including welding and threaded piping.
• Procure maintenance materials, repair parts, tools, and supplies from local vendors and suppliers to support facility operations, emergency repairs, and capital projects.
• Provide maintenance and project support at company facilities as assigned, including travel to remote locations for equipment installation, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and startup activities.
• Maintain and secure an inventory of parts for facility maintenance - Perform monthly inventory audit
• Maintain and secure all maintenance related equipment and tools on site.
• Maintain QWS facility to present our brand as the wash provider of choice to attract and maintain our customer base.
• Make informed and financially responsible decisions that are in the best interest of the company

Benefits

• Employee benefits: Medical, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts
• Basic life/voluntary life
• Short term and long term disability
• Flexible spending account and health savings account
• Employee assistance program
• 401k match & Roth retirement savings plan

Requirements

Skills and abilities:

• Welding, commercial plumbing
• Electrical, commercial wiring
• Operate heavy equipment, platform/scissor lifts, forklift, and other machinery
• Stationary boiler service/repair
• Waste water treatment
• Observational skills, thoroughly perform inspections
• Writing skills, to communicate information effectively to operational leadership, managers, and technical staff.
• Organizational skills to maintain inventories
• General knowledge of computers and basic programs. Excel, Word and email
• Ability to travel independently and procure maintenance materials, repair parts, tools, and supplies from local vendors while supporting both home-site and remote-site operations.

Education and experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license

Additional job information:

• Up to 60% travel may be required to support facility maintenance activities, capital projects, equipment installations, commissioning, audits, training, and operational support at company locations throughout North America (Note: subject to change)
• Position type/expected hours of work: This is a full-time position, and days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Weekends and on call may be required

Company information:

Quality Carriers Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Work environment:

• The facility has a climate similar to outdoor weather. Frequent exposure to loud machinery, air tool operation, hammering and engine noise.

Physical demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to fit into a 20" cargo trailer dome opening.
• Able to meet safety standards for fall protection harness – max weight 310 lbs. (includes all PPE worn)
• Use their hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Walk for long periods of time.
• Bend or twist their body.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal employment opportunities

Quality Carriers, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.