Technician - Chemical Tank Wash

TANK WASH TECHNICIAN

Job Details
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Business Unit: Chemistry
Reports to: Operations Director
Travel Requirement: No

Top Tier Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans.
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays.
• Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with Company match.
• Annual uniform allowance.
• Referral bonus with no cap on amount of referrals.
• Paid Training.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Select Chemistry’s Chemical Trailer Washout Technician is responsible for safely and efficiently cleaning and decontaminating chemical transport trailers, tanks, and containers in compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and safety standards.

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to

• Perform interior and exterior washouts of chemical trailers, ensuring all residual materials are removed.
• Use appropriate cleaning agents, high-pressure washers, and chemical-neutralizing solutions.
• Follow specific wash procedures based on the type of chemicals previously transported.
• Inspect trailers before and after cleaning to ensure compliance with cleanliness standards.
• Adhere to OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations for handling hazardous materials.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, respirators, and protective suits.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures when working on trailers and equipment.
• Ensure proper ventilation and confined space entry protocols when working inside trailers.
• Properly dispose of wastewater and chemical residues following environmental regulations.
• Maintain records of chemical use, waste disposal, and washout procedures.
• Prevent chemical spills and ensure immediate cleanup of any hazardous materials.
• Operate high-pressure wash systems, pumps, and other cleaning equipment safely.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on wash bay equipment.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate logs of completed washouts, including trailer numbers, chemicals cleaned, and cleaning methods used.
• Ensure proper labeling and documentation of cleaned trailers before release.
• Assist in preparing compliance reports as required.
• Work closely with dispatchers, drivers, and maintenance teams to ensure efficient scheduling of trailer washouts.
• Communicate any safety concerns, equipment issues, or delays to supervisors.
• Participate in safety meetings and training sessions.
• Keep the wash bay and surrounding areas clean and organized.
• Store cleaning chemicals properly and maintain an inventory of supplies.
• Follow all sanitation and workplace hygiene protocols.

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.

Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in industrial cleaning, chemical handling, or related field is a plus.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials and safe handling procedures.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including confined spaces.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Select Values and Guiding Principles

• W: Working Safe
• A: Accountability
• T: Teamwork
• E: Excellence
• R: Respect

Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Physical Demands and Exposures

• Work is regularly performed in outside weather conditions, including rain and extreme cold and heat, near moving mechanical parts; exposure to high wind, ice, snow, wet and/or humid conditions, vibration, and dust is expected.
• Exposure to noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection
• Prolonged sitting, standing, walking
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to individually lift: Maximum 50 lbs

Select Water Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. It is Select’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

Select Water Solutions requires all employees whose jobs may involve environmental compliance to understand and comply with the U.S. Environmental Protections Agency’s Clean Air Act that regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. A copy of the Clean Air Act can be provided to you upon request from Human Resources.

Select Water Solutions participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Select is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Select only uses E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.