Leads crews performing shipboard tank, void, and bilge cleaning/pumping operations and prepares spaces for gas-free certification across multiple concurrent projects.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in tank/void/bilge cleaning or industrial sanitation

Crew lead/foreman experience managing field operations

Valid driver’s license

Ability to traverse ladderwells, tight compartments, tanks/voids, and work at heights >4'

Ability to enter confined spaces, wear required PPE/respirator, and lift 50+ lb

Basic math competency for measurements, dilution, and volume calculations

Ability to read work packages, drawings, SDS, and technical procedures

Working knowledge of pumps, hoses, manifolds, vacuum systems, and dewatering equipment

English reading/writing/speaking comprehension

Preferred Skills

Confined Space Entry/Rescue and Gas Free testing support training

OSHA 29 CFR 1915 (Shipyard) and HAZWOPER 40-hr certifications

Experience with Navy ship environments and pier services; DBIDS/TWIC

Fuel/oil transfer experience (e.g., JP-5, DFM), oily waste, greywater/blackwater handling

Use of multi-gas meters (O?, LEL, H?S) and ventilation/purging equipment

Spill response, waste segregation, and manifesting; forklift/manlift certification

CDL with tanker/vacuum endorsement

Responsibilities

Perform bilge maintenance cleaning/pumping, general pumping operations, and tank/void cleaning per procedures

Prepare spaces for gas-free certification (isolation, purge/ventilation setup, access control, testing support)

Set up, operate, monitor, and break down pumps, hoses, manifolds, vacuum systems, and containment/berm equipment

Pump, transfer, and document fluids including fresh/potable water, seawater/chilled water, oily waste, oil, fuels (JP-5, DFM or equivalent), greywater, blackwater, and neutralized chlorine water

Execute pier services and compartment/space housekeeping to specification

Segregate wastes; sample, label, and complete required documentation and chain-of-custody

Complete job safety analyses, permits (e.g., confined space), logs, and volume/accounting records

Coordinate crew assignments and schedules across multiple projects; verify cleanliness and acceptance criteria; perform job closeout

Adhere to lockout/tagout, confined space, spill prevention, and environmental compliance requirements

Pay Details: $18.00 to $24.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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