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Horace RIDDICK Jr

Suffolk

Summary

Experienced Tank Cleaner with expertise in industrial cleaning and maintenance. Knowledgeable in safe and effective cleaning solutions for diverse tank types. Improved cleaning efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety regulations, contributing to reduced downtime and enhanced operational performance.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Tank Cleaner

Mid-Atlantic Marine cleaning
Chesapeake
10.2023 - Current
  • Cleaned tanks using high-pressure water and specialized cleaning solutions.
  • Operated pressure washers to clean interior surfaces of tanks using approved detergents.
  • Inspected tank interiors for contaminants and assessed cleaning needs.
  • Emptied tanks by pumping out liquids into designated containers for disposal or recycling.
  • Operated safety equipment to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of machinery used in tank cleaning operations to ensure safe operation.
  • Participated in training sessions conducted by supervisors on topics such as safety procedures and environmental regulations pertaining to tank cleaning operations.

Tank Cleaner

Accurate marine environment
09.2005 - 04.2021
  • Cleaned and maintained tank interiors, exteriors, and associated components according to established procedures.
  • Cleaned tanks using high-pressure water and specialized cleaning solutions.
  • Operated pressure washers to clean interior surfaces of tanks using approved detergents.
  • Inspected tank interiors for contaminants and assessed cleaning needs.
  • Inspected tanks for signs of damage or wear before commencing cleaning operations.
  • Removed built-up sludge from the bottom of storage tanks using vacuum trucks or manual methods.
  • Emptied tanks by pumping out liquids into designated containers for disposal or recycling.
  • Tested water samples from storage tanks to ensure compliance with government standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline cleaning processes and improve efficiency.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and organized cleaning tools effectively.
  • Operated safety equipment to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Transported contaminated waste materials away from work sites following proper safety protocols.

Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas And used a PID a highly sensitive gas detector used to measure volatile organic compound (VOC) in the air

PID detecting storage tank leak or testing contamination soil, toxic chemicals

Education

Nanesmond River High
Suffolk, VA

Skills

  • Pollutant assessment
  • Pressure washing
  • Confined space access
  • OSHA regulations
  • Safety equipment use
  • Respiratory safety
  • Fall safety training
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Waste management

Timeline

Tank Cleaner

Mid-Atlantic Marine cleaning
10.2023 - Current

Tank Cleaner

Accurate marine environment
09.2005 - 04.2021

Nanesmond River High
Horace RIDDICK Jr