Location: Tidewater Environmental Services - Vancouver Department: Maintenance Number of openings: 1
THE JOB
Tidewater Environmental Services, Inc. is hiring a Shop Technician position who will be responsible for supporting the Maintenance Supervisor and Shop Mechanic personnel to perform scheduled and routine maintenance on all equipment, including, but not limited to, diesel trucks, Vac-Con trucks, drop boxes and high pressure/high volume wash pumps including tanks, hoses, and pumps etc.
Performs metal fabrication and engineering of solutions. Performs MIG welding repairs and fabrication on roll off bins and other equipment as needed.
Performs inspections, documentation, cleaning, and repair on USCG Over the Water Transfer equipment.
Notifies Maintenance Supervisor of major damage or equipment failures.
Performs maintenance on 3k to 6k water blasters.
Maintains and performs wash bay activities to include washing trucks, hoses, tanks, etc. and keeping the wash bay and equipment clean.
Performs routine fueling and cleaning of shop equipment.
Documents all work completed on repair orders.
Assists in daily maintenance of outside facility/grounds.
Maintains a clean, safe work area which may include sweeping, organizing, and maintaining the shop and grounds areas.
Works in confined spaces (i.e. tankers) to clean and/or repair them.
Represents the Company in a professional manner.
Responsible for prompt and regular attendance as scheduled.
Healthcare benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions with low deductibles and copays. Company pays 91% of premiums for the employee and family.
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) with 6% company match
3% Profit Sharing Plan
Sick and vacation accrued per paycheck
Nine paid holidays and one floating holiday
Educational Assistance Program
Company paid Long-Term Disability and Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
THE CATCH
High school diploma or equivalent with prior mechanical/maintenance experience.
A minimum of three years’ experience performing Clean Certification on vacuum equipment preferred.
Ability to operate equipment including MIG welding equipment, electric power tools, hand tools, air tools, grinders, hydraulic jacks, forklifts, drills, come-alongs, chain hoist, etc.
Communication skills necessary to work collaboratively and maintain effecting working relationships, influence change, resolve problems, and interact with personnel at all levels of the organization.
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required which may include ear plugs, safety eyewear, gloves, crust resistant footwear, hard hat, and personal flotation devices.
Must have general mechanic hand tools as required.
Ability to be certified OSHA 40-hour Hazardous Material Technician, and Confined Space Entry and Rescue certifications within one (1) year of hire. Training will be provided by the employer.
Ability to be certified in First Aid/CPR.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) from the Department of Homeland Security.
Must maintain a current, valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record to operate company-owned vehicles.
THE COMPANY
Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, Tidewater Environmental Services, offers a range of services including industrial cleaning, hazardous and non-hazardous waste transportation, wet/dry vacuum services, tank cleaning, and ship cargo hold cleaning throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and parts of California. We operate seven days a week, 24 hours per day, to serve our customers.
The characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.
Tidewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability.
