How to hire a tank cleaner

How to hire a tank cleaner, step by step

Here's a step-by-step tank cleaner hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a tank cleaner job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new tank cleaner
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the tank cleaner you need to hire. Certain tank cleaner roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

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   A tank cleaner's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, tank cleaners from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of tank cleaners.

   Type of Tank Cleaner	Description	Hourly rate
   Tank Cleaner	Janitors and building cleaners keep many types of buildings clean, orderly, and in good condition.	$11-19
   Floor Staff	The duties of floor staff depend on their line of work or industry of employment. In restaurants and similar establishments, floor staff is in charge of performing support tasks for the wait staff... Show more	$10-24
   Custodian	A custodian, also referred to as janitor, is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and helping protect all facilities. Custodians make sure everything is clean, neat, in order, and free from clutter and safe... Show more	$11-18

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Squeegees
   • Safety Procedures
   • Clean Tanks
   • Shovels
   • Steam Lines
   • Space Entry
   • Chemical Residues
   • TWIC
   • General Maintenance
   • Industrial Cleaning
   • Oil Storage Tanks
   • ISO
   • Pressure Washers
   • Hazardous Materials

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   Responsibilities:

   • Operate a forklift for logistic, to manage and relocate BMW's fixture material.
   • Remove emulsion and incrustations using shovels, squeegees, brooms, scrapers, hoses, water, and solvents.
   • Spray coal truck tires to conform to DEP regulations.
   • Earn certification in CPR and first aid through safety courses.
   • Used shovels and sledge hammers to remove debris from oil rig tanks.
   • clean chemical from Iso tanks, and keep record of all chemical flow

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your tank cleaner job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A tank cleaner can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, tank cleaners' average salary in louisiana is 49% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level tank cleaners 41% less than senior-level tank cleaners.
   • Certifications. A tank cleaner with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a tank cleaner's salary.

   Average tank cleaner salary

   $15.25hourly

   $31,724 yearly

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   Entry-level tank cleaner salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 31, 2026

4. Writing a tank cleaner job description

   A good tank cleaner job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a tank cleaner job description:

   Tank cleaner job description example

   • Must be able to interpret and follow written and oral instructions and assignments.
   • Must demonstrate general knowledge of operations and ability to safely operate assigned equipment.
   • Must pass background check to be eligible to work on military bases
   • MUST BE DBIDS eligible
   • Minimum of 1+ years marine, industrial or recent military experience performing comparable job duties.
   • Work involves lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more, standing for long periods, bending, stooping, twisting, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
   • OSHA 10 Maritime
   • Reliable transportation
   • Ability to work all shifts or weekends as needed.
   • High School Diploma or GED required

   Company DescriptionOur team members are the best part of the company and they’re what make Ameri-Force great. When you join Ameri-Force you’re not just starting a new job, you’re becoming part of an industry powerhouse. By providing some of the highest wages and best benefits available it’s no wonder our average team member remains with Ameri-Force for 10 years or more. The goal at Ameri-Force is to be your employer for life. Our recruiting team works hand-in-hand with you to provide assignments which increase your skill level and add to your job experience in order to advance and maintain your career.
   
   Since its founding in 1991, Ameri-Force has become the trusted staffing services provider for multiple industries, gaining a reputation second to none. Ameri-Force has gained its stellar reputation by putting thousands of qualified & skilled people to work with companies throughout the United States. Our clients have included major organizations in several verticals including: ship construction and repair, aerospace and defense, heavy construction, light and heavy industrial, energy production and utilities, oil and gas, disaster recovery, manufacturing, environmental, railroad, and general labor.
   
   In 2009 Ameri-Force became part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with the company being turned over 100% to its employees. Ameri-Force team members truly own their own future and the destiny of the company is determined wholly by their actions, determination, and ingenuity.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right tank cleaner for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your tank cleaner job on Zippia to find and recruit tank cleaner candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit tank cleaners, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new tank cleaner

   Once you've selected the best tank cleaner candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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