In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
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Honolulu, HI · On-site
$17 - $17.50/hr
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HNL Warehouse Agent
Honolulu, HI · On-site
$17 - $17.50/hr
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Cargo Handler I
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Corpus Christi, TX · On-site
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
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In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
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In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
Cargo Handler I
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$16.76/hr
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Cargo Handler I
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$16.76/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
HNL Warehouse Agent
$17 - $17.50/hr
... cargo operators. Established in 1965, United Service Companies ("USC") began as a maintenance company and trade show service provider in Chicago, Illinois. Today, our company is comprised of five ...
HNL Warehouse Agent
$17 - $17.50/hr
... cargo operators. Established in 1965, United Service Companies ("USC") began as a maintenance company and trade show service provider in Chicago, Illinois. Today, our company is comprised of five ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
HNL Warehouse Agent
Honolulu, HI · On-site
$17 - $17.50/hr
... cargo operators. Established in 1965, United Service Companies ("USC") began as a maintenance company and trade show service provider in Chicago, Illinois. Today, our company is comprised of five ...
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HNL Warehouse Agent
Honolulu, HI · On-site
$17 - $17.50/hr
... cargo operators. Established in 1965, United Service Companies ("USC") began as a maintenance company and trade show service provider in Chicago, Illinois. Today, our company is comprised of five ...
Cargo Handler I
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$16.76/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$16.76/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Hialeah, FL · On-site
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Hialeah, FL · On-site
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Hudson, MA · On-site
$18.10/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Hudson, MA · On-site
$18.10/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$16.76/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$16.76/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
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In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized Preferred * Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications * Hands-on experience with ...
Cargo Handler I
Schertz, TX · On-site
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
Cargo Handler I
Schertz, TX · On-site
$16.42/hr
The Cargo Handler is responsible for loading and unloading freight on trailers in a safe and timely ... As an award-winning, publicly traded company (NASDAQ: HUBG) with $5 billion in revenue, our 6,000 ...
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$21.68 - $23.73
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 26 days ago
Altom Transport rating
7.2
Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Turn Your HM183 Ticket Into a Career, Not Just a Paycheck
If you're an HM183-qualified mechanic working out in the Pasadena heat, fighting to find tools, or stuck on a crew that doesn't respect your craft - read this one carefully.
Altom Transport is hiring an experienced 2nd Shift HM183 Cargo Tank Mechanic at our Pasadena, TX shop. You'll be working indoors, on well-maintained equipment, with the tools and parts you actually need to do the job right the first time. We treat our mechanics like the specialists they are - because in the liquid bulk world, you're the reason the wheels keep turning.
Why AltomAltom Transport is a third-generation, family-owned specialized carrier of Liquid Bulk Products serving the U.S. and Canada. We've built our reputation on safety, equipment, and people - in that order - and we know our mechanics are at the heart of all three.
At our Pasadena shop, you'll find:
- A climate-controlled bay - no chasing leaks in 98 humidity
- Top-shelf diagnostic equipment and modern lifts
- A parts room that's actually stocked
- A crew that respects HM183 work and the time it takes to do it right
- Stable, predictable hours - no forced weekends, no last-minute call-outs
Requirements
Required
- Active HM183 Registered Inspector status with PHMSA - or current eligibility to register (we'll help you complete registration)
- Minimum 2 years of diesel tractor experience
- Minimum 1 year of trailer/tanker experience
- Working knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 178, 180, and 393
- Ability to read and interpret DOT regulations, OEM service manuals, and electrical/hydraulic schematics
- Comfortable working around liquid bulk product residue, including hazmat
- Own basic hand tools (we supply specialty tools, lifts, and diagnostic equipment)
- Valid driver's license
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces
- In lieu of experience, completion of an applicable technical/trade school will be recognized
Preferred
- Current V, I, P, L, T, and U cargo tank inspection qualifications
- Hands-on experience with DOT 406, 407, 412 and MC 306, 307, 312 cargo tanks
- Class A or B CDL (not required - but a strong plus, and we offer pay bumps for CDL holders)
- ASE certifications (T-series in particular)
- Hazmat endorsement
- Welding certification (MIG/TIG on stainless or aluminum)
- Prior experience at a tanker carrier, petrochemical, or food-grade hauler
Benefits
BenefitsCompensation
- Competitive 2nd shift base pay
- 2nd shift differential paid on every hour worked
- Overtime after 40 hours
- Annual performance reviews with merit increases
- Tool allowance and boot allowance
- Referral bonus when you bring in another qualified mechanic
Health & Wellness
- Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance
- Dental and vision coverage
- HSA with employer contributions up to $2,400/year
- Supplemental life insurance available
- Short-term and long-term disability options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time Off
- Paid vacation
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- No forced weekend work - your time off is your time off
Retirement & Long-Term
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Stable, third-generation family-owned company - built to last
Training & Career Growth
- We pay for your HM183 endorsements and renewals (V, I, P, L, T, U)
- Paid OEM and manufacturer training
- ASE certification reimbursement
- Promote-from-within culture - supervisor and lead mechanic roles open to internal candidates first
Work Environment
- Climate-controlled indoor shop - no working outdoors in Pasadena summer heat
- Modern lifts, diagnostic equipment, and specialty tools provided
- Well-stocked parts room
- Clean, organized, professionally run facility
- A crew that respects skilled work and the time it takes to do it right
About Altom Transport
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Industry
Trucking
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Hammond, IN, US
Year founded
1978