NDT Field Operations Team Operator / Lead
Posted: 5/4/2026 10:49:11 PM
NDT.org Job Number:
82282
* Please reference NDT.org Job Number on all correspondence
Contact:
Ron Gramling
Phone:
2813825625
Company:
Tankbots
State:
TX Texas
Contact:
Ron Gramling
Country:
United States
Length:
Full Time
Pay:
32/hr - 36/hr
Email:
ron.gramling@tankbots.com
Field Operations Team Operator / Lead
We are Tankbots. We are changing how Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) are inspected. Our autonomous inspection platform delivers safe, efficient, and accurate inspections without traditional confined space entry.
We are building small, highly skilled field teams that deploy and recover this technology at customer sites.
Seeking multiple Inspection Team Operators to join our field teams with the intent to develop into future field leadership. This position will initially be part of a 3-person crew deploying robotic inspection systems in Class I, Division 1 (CID1) environments. The role requires strong knowledge of AST operations, safety procedures, permitting, confined space entry and field work coordination.
This role is designed for individuals who want to grow into field leadership within a rapidly advancing inspection technology company.
Key Responsibilities
• Train with and eventually lead a 3-person crew in the safe deployment and retrieval of robotic inspection systems.
• Manage site safety processes, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), work permits, and coordination with customer representatives.
• Ensure all field tasks are performed in compliance with company and customer safety standards.
• Maintain accurate field documentation and communicate field status, issues, and customer feedback to internal teams (Operations, Engineering, Business Development)
• Oversee equipment handling, troubleshooting, and readiness for deployment.
• Act as the primary on-site customer contact during inspection operations.
• Travel requirement: 50-75% including overnight multi-day deployments
We are Tankbots. We are changing how Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) are inspected. Our autonomous inspection platform delivers safe, efficient, and accurate inspections without traditional confined space entry.
We are building small, highly skilled field teams that deploy and recover this technology at customer sites.
Seeking multiple Inspection Team Operators to join our field teams with the intent to develop into future field leadership. This position will initially be part of a 3-person crew deploying robotic inspection systems in Class I, Division 1 (CID1) environments. The role requires strong knowledge of AST operations, safety procedures, permitting, confined space entry and field work coordination.
This role is designed for individuals who want to grow into field leadership within a rapidly advancing inspection technology company.
Key Responsibilities
• Train with and eventually lead a 3-person crew in the safe deployment and retrieval of robotic inspection systems.
• Manage site safety processes, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), work permits, and coordination with customer representatives.
• Ensure all field tasks are performed in compliance with company and customer safety standards.
• Maintain accurate field documentation and communicate field status, issues, and customer feedback to internal teams (Operations, Engineering, Business Development)
• Oversee equipment handling, troubleshooting, and readiness for deployment.
• Act as the primary on-site customer contact during inspection operations.
• Travel requirement: 50-75% including overnight multi-day deployments
Skills:
Qualifications
• Safety first. Every task. Every time. Strong safety mindset; ability to enforce and lead safety practices in the field.
• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in field operations (supervisor, lead tech, or equivalent).
• Comfortable working within strict procedural and safety controls.
• TWIC card required.
• 3+ years in ASTs, terminals, refineries, or similar industrial operations.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with lockout/tagout and permit-to-work systems.
• Experience working in hazardous (Class I, Division 1) environments.
• Mechanical aptitude; comfortable with equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Must be able to pass initial and random drug testing.
• Basic understanding of autonomous robotic systems (not required, but valuable).
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
Preferred Backgrounds
• Tank cleaning operators.
• Terminal or refinery operators.
• Industrial maintenance technicians or pipeline service crews.
• Military Veterans with mechanical/technical training and safety leadership experience.
What We Offer
• Competitive hourly pay ($32–$36/hr target range for lead role + per diem + overtime).
• Full-time schedule with company-paid travel time.
• Medical & Dental (company paid for employee)
• Training and ongoing skill development.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing company delivering The New Standard in tank inspection.
• Established, growing, stable organization for 9+ years.
Who Will Succeed Here
• Takes ownership of safety and does not cut corners.
• Comfortable working in structured, high-compliance environments.
• Open to training and ongoing skill development.
• Prefers small teams where individual contribution matters.
• Communicates effectively with headquarters.
• Motivated to be part of a company setting a new industry standard.
• Safety first. Every task. Every time. Strong safety mindset; ability to enforce and lead safety practices in the field.
• Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in field operations (supervisor, lead tech, or equivalent).
• Comfortable working within strict procedural and safety controls.
• TWIC card required.
• 3+ years in ASTs, terminals, refineries, or similar industrial operations.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience with lockout/tagout and permit-to-work systems.
• Experience working in hazardous (Class I, Division 1) environments.
• Mechanical aptitude; comfortable with equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Must be able to pass initial and random drug testing.
• Basic understanding of autonomous robotic systems (not required, but valuable).
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
Preferred Backgrounds
• Tank cleaning operators.
• Terminal or refinery operators.
• Industrial maintenance technicians or pipeline service crews.
• Military Veterans with mechanical/technical training and safety leadership experience.
What We Offer
• Competitive hourly pay ($32–$36/hr target range for lead role + per diem + overtime).
• Full-time schedule with company-paid travel time.
• Medical & Dental (company paid for employee)
• Training and ongoing skill development.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing company delivering The New Standard in tank inspection.
• Established, growing, stable organization for 9+ years.
Who Will Succeed Here
• Takes ownership of safety and does not cut corners.
• Comfortable working in structured, high-compliance environments.
• Open to training and ongoing skill development.
• Prefers small teams where individual contribution matters.
• Communicates effectively with headquarters.
• Motivated to be part of a company setting a new industry standard.
