Maintenance Technician Specialist

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, BWC Terminals is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to refiners, manufacturers, and distributors of bulk liquids in North America. The Company consists of 22 sites with over twenty million barrels of storage capacity. The BWC Terminals facilities are equipped to store a wide range of petroleum, chemical, renewables, and agricultural products. Additional information about BWC Terminals is available at www.bwcterminals.com.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Maintenance Technician Specialist is responsible for performing routine maintenance and operational support tasks to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of BWC Terminal’s (The Company’s) equipment and facilities. In addition to standard maintenance duties, this role involves specialized welding responsibilities that require certification and expertise in metal fabrication and repair. The position supports preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and operational readiness, with a focus on welding-related tasks that ensure the integrity and safety of mechanical systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities to ensure optimal performance.
• Identify and accurately comprehend the functions of the facility's pumps and valves.
• Assist in connecting flanges and installing gaskets to ensure secure, leak-free pipeline connections.
• Work collaboratively to align pipelines correctly, ensuring optimal function and compliance with safety standards.
• Operate forklifts safely and participate in training sessions to maintain certification and improve skills.
• Apply lubricating grease in truck racks and perform general equipment lubrication to maintain operational efficiency.
• Ensure proper installation and maintenance of grounding cables to prevent electrical hazards.
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of facility equipment, including temperature probes and other essential equipment.
• Perform certified welding tasks, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding, on facility infrastructure, pipelines, and equipment.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair metal components and structures to meet operational and safety standards.
• Interpret welding blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to execute precise welds and structural modifications.
• Conduct weld inspections and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to design and implement custom metal solutions for facility needs.
• Maintain welding equipment and supplies, ensuring readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
• Document welding activities and maintain records of certifications, inspections, and repairs.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency.
• Support anodic protection efforts to prevent corrosion on metal surfaces and equipment.
• Monitor and ensure the security and proper operation of facility generators.
• Conduct regular checks on air compressors to verify they are in good working condition.
• Assist in completing terminal fuel checklists and ordering supplies as needed to maintain operational readiness.
• Read and interpret documents/manuals related to the facility’s structures and equipment.
• Inspect equipment on a regular schedule to ensure equipment is functioning correctly and safely per company and federal/state safety requirements.
• Research and make recommendations for equipment/parts purchases.
• Maintain necessary records and paperwork.
• Take the initiative to identify problems, use judgment to find appropriate solutions, and follow through on resolving issues promptly.
• Support team efforts, actively work to generate respect and enthusiasm, cooperate with others, and actively learn from other team members.
• Employees shall comply with applicable regulatory and company health, safety, environmental, and security requirements. 
• Employees are expected to complete required training promptly; perform duties in a safe and environmentally sound manner; immediately report injuries/illnesses, environmental spills/releases, and any unsafe acts or conditions to supervision in support of continual improvement of the company's health, safety, environmental, and security performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform the duties of this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below outline the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies required for this position.  Reasonable accommodation may be made t