Field Foreman Welded Tank Specialist

1 week ago


Bakersfield, California, United States Superior Tank Company, Inc. Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Field Foreman to join our team at Superior Tank Co., Inc. As a Field Foreman, you will be responsible for leading and supervising a crew of tank erectors in building and/or repairing above ground welded steel storage tanks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide direction to team members to ensure all work is completed in a timely and organized manner.
  • Assemble and erect pre-manufactured parts at job sites to construct welded steel storage tanks.
  • Read blueprints and drawings, take and read measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Determine appropriate welding equipment/method based on job requirements.
  • Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions.
  • Monitor equipment functionality and report maintenance needs.
  • Maintain vehicle in good working condition and keep maintenance records up-to-date.
  • Communicate any deficiencies to Division Manager/Operations Manager.
  • Operate man lift, reach lift, fork lift, and other equipment as needed.
  • Load and off-load material from trailers using a reach lift or fork lift.
  • Use a map or electronic map for directions.
  • Install and remove scaffolding as needed.
  • Work at heights, using fall protection and specially designed tank scaffolding.
  • Ascend and descend ladders.
  • Maintain personal tools required in the welding trade.
  • Plan jobs and assist with scheduling work.
  • Utilize a cutting torch to perform job tasks.
  • Assist Division Manager and Operations Manager as needed.
  • Assist with housekeeping before leaving work location for the day.
  • Maintain cleanliness of assigned work area.
  • Be responsible for personal and crew safety at all times.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  • Operate cranes up to 90 tons (NCCCO Crane Certified).
  • Cut openings for drains, outlets, fill pipes, and manholes using drills and saws.
  • May install mechanical agitators, baffles, or other flow divergent parts in the tank.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

  • Supervise a 4-man crew.
  • Responsible for submitting daily and weekly work logs for crew/project.
  • Responsible for crew safety, safe job site conditions, and ensuring crew is working safely at all times.
  • Responsible for reporting any unsafe conditions and unsafe crewman behavior.
  • Complete crewman's performance reviews.

Essential Functions:

  • Must be able to work on feet for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to work out of town for extended periods of time (2-6 weeks at a time).
  • Spanish bi-lingual is preferred.
  • Valid Class C License.
  • Able to manage, delegate, and oversee tasks of the crewmen.
  • Able to travel in company vehicle for long periods of time.
  • Team Player and work well with others.

Tank Installation/Repair:

  • Routinely walking, bending over, and kneeling down.
  • Work from tank scaffolding with fall protection.
  • Raise scaffolding from one level to the next up to 10' intervals.
  • Intermediate vibration exposure when operating pneumatic and electric tools.
  • Repetitive hand movements and body movements.
  • Repeatedly ascending and descending ladders.
  • Lift work up to 50 lbs. to shoulder level or above. Additional weight handling is assessed for safety based on specific tasks.
  • Uneven ground conditions and elevations, not flat work and repetitive crouching and standing, reaching above head.
  • Able to work with hearing protection in loud conditions while using hand and power tools (hammers, pneumatic tools, compressors, etc.).
  • Moderate pulling and pushing (materials, block and tackle, etc.).
  • Proficient in SMAW, FCAW, and SAW welding process.
  • Work in confined spaces.
  • May require use of N95 mask.
  • General laborer duties.

Operation of Equipment:

  • Leading the crew in unloading the trailer of tank parts, sometimes with auxiliary crane, forklift, or by hand.
  • Leading the crew in unloading the truck with tools, parts, and equipment.
  • Must be able to operate submerged Arc welding equipment.
  • Crane Operator NCCCO Certification (REQUIRED).
  • Operate Equipment (all terrain reach forklift).
  • Drive company truck with valid Driver's License.

Qualifications:

  • Five (5) years of welding experience.
  • Current Passport Training.
  • Current Chevron BU training, including OPL.
  • Current Confined Space Training.
  • Current PLW Training.
  • Valid CDL.
  • Willing to work out of town, weekends, and overtime when needed.
  • Knowledge of tank building (API 650 and AWWA).
  • Knowledge of tank repair (API 650, API 653, and AWWA).
  • Understand tank floor, shell, and roof layout. Degrees and elevations.
  • Understand tank coating processes and products.
  • Able to clearly communicate verbally and written.
  • Understand materials, plate, flanges, bolts, gaskets, etc.
  • Able to operate manlift, reach lift, forklift, and other equipment.
  • Able to haul a trailer containing material and properly secure material.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Able to work in both hot and cold temperatures.
  • Able to work at heights, erect, and dismantle tank scaffolding.
  • Able to work with hearing protection in loud conditions while using hand and power tools (grinders, hammers, pneumatic tools, compressors, etc.).
  • Able to weld and pass weld test with 6010, 7018, 7024, and NR 211 wire minimum.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time non-exempt position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, overtime required when needed.

Compensation Package: Superior Tank Co., Inc. provides the employees with a competitive salary, medical, dental, and life insurance, sick time, vacation time, and a 401K retirement program.

Travel: Travel is expected for this position.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Superior Tank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by law.



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