Job Description

Fuel Your Future with TAIT – Build a Career with Purpose
Why TAIT?

• Career Growth – Leverage your experience & move towards Lead roles
• Supportive Team – Experienced mentors & a collaborative culture
• Skill Expansion – Company-paid advanced certifications and cross-training
• Safety-First Culture – Proven procedures and thorough training for every task
• Purpose‑Driven Work – Safeguard critical fuel systems and the environment

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and start your journey with TAIT!

Position Description
As a Fuel Polishing Technician, you’ll deliver on‑site diesel and gasoline tank cleaning and filtration services that keep critical fuel systems operating safely and efficiently. You’ll drive to client locations, set up polishing equipment, perform technical fuel‑management tasks, and document all work—helping customers stay compliant with environmental and safety standards.

Training & Travelling Requirements

• 8–10 weeks paid training in Santa Ana, CA — travel, hotel & per diem covered
• Rare long hauls: up to 8 hrs. driving in a day
• Light overnight travel: ≤ 12 nights/12 weeks, max 4 consecutive; weekends home when possible
• Cross‑training: Hazardous Waste Hauler + TAIT safety certs

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre‑trip truck inspections; load required tools & parts
• Drive 20–150 miles per day (occasional overnight routes)
• Perform fuel polishing, filtration, and tank cleaning to PEI and TAIT standards
• Inspect fuel tanks/monitoring systems; respond to alarms or filtration alerts
• Communicate with client reps to confirm scope and job completion
• Safely climb up to 10 ft to position pumps and secure barrels
• Load, transport, and unload drums (40‑500 lbs with dolly/assistance)
• Deliver empty barrels and remove full ones—up to six sites per day
• Complete electronic work orders and service logs in real time
• Uphold all environmental, health & safety regulations

Minimum Qualifications

• 2–3 years commercial driving ; comfortable maneuvering 31′ trucks in tight spaces
• Class A, B, or Commercial C California driver’s license with clean record with Hazmat endorsements
• Willingness to work overtime and travel overnight (advance notice provided)
• Strong verbal & written communication; professional customer interaction

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with petroleum fueling systems & Veeder‑Root monitoring
• Prior HazWoper, Fall Protection, or Confined‑Space certifications
• Knowledge of hazardous‑waste handling protocols
• Basic computer skills (email, electronic forms)

Physical Requirements

• Drive up to 1,000 miles/week during busy periods
• Work on varied terrains (dirt, asphalt, construction zones)
• Lift/transport barrels up to 500 lbs. with proper equipment and help
• Comfortable working at heights up to 10 ft with PPE

Salary and Benefits
Salary range for position: $25/hr. - $35/hr. (plus opportunities for prevailing wage jobs)

 

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

• Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
• Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
• Dental Plans with little to no deductible
• Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
• Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
• Support for professional growth and development.
• Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

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TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.

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Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Local area, Immediate start, Remote work, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,

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