

Tank Tester / Laborer - Direct hire Union Fabrication shop
TOPS Staffing is hiring a Tank Tester / Laborer for a fabrication shop located in Cheswick, PA.
Shift & Schedule:
Daylight shift, Mon-Fri, 6:30am to 3:00pm, with occasional overtime on Saturdays.
Pay:
Starting at $21.22 per hour with some overtime pay available.
Job Overview:
Join a dynamic team as a Tank Tester / Laborer, where you'll play a key role in quality assurance and supporting various divisions of our fabrication shop. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tank testing, assembly, and general labor tasks, all while working in a fast-paced environment that values a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform visual quality inspections on finished boilers and tanks
- Help with hydro testing, pressurizing tanks, and monitoring for leaks
- Assist in material handling, loading/unloading trucks, and warehouse tasks
- Support assembly, painting, and other shop operations as needed
- Operate forklifts and overhead cranes (experience preferred)
- Help with mixing materials like cement, grout, or drywall mud as required
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior experience with material handling or machine operation preferred
- Overhead crane and forklift experience are a plus
- Ability to work in confined spaces and in various positions (bending, crawling, kneeling, climbing)
- Comfortable working in a non-tempered environment
Physical & Work Environment:
- Prolonged standing and physical activity required
- Work involves confined spaces within large tanks and general shop movement
- Must be okay working in an untemped building setting
- Flexibility to perform diverse tasks across different shop divisions
If you're a motivated individual with a "can-do" attitude and an interest in learning a variety of skills, this is your chance to get your foot in the door and grow into a more specialized role with increased pay. Take the first step and apply now to be part of our team!
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