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Big Ass Tanks

Custom steel tanks with field service

Painter/Sandblaster

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Artesia, NM, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • Previous experience in industrial painting, blasting techniques, surface preparation standards, manufacturing, or finishing.
  • Familiarity with paint types such as epoxies and urethanes and with application equipment.
  • Ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects often weighing 50+ pounds, and work in confined spaces.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and communicate with team members.
  • Knowledge of selecting and utilizing appropriate abrasives, including grit, shot, and sand, based on the material.
  • Knowledge of OSHA safety standards, personal protective equipment, and hazardous-material handling.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare surfaces by removing rust, scale, and old coatings to clean or roughen surfaces.
  • Cover areas not to be painted using tape, paper, or drop cloths to prevent overspray.
  • Apply primers, coatings, and finishing coats to fabricated parts and equipment using specialized spray guns.
  • Mix and match colors and coatings to meet specific job requirements.
  • Select and utilize appropriate abrasives, including grit, shot, and sand, based on the material.
  • Clean and maintain paint guns, spray booths, pumps, and hoses to ensure proper functionality.
  • Follow safety procedures, operate scaffolding and ladders safely, and clean tools and work areas after completion.
  • Adhere to OSHA safety standards, use personal protective equipment including respirators and suits, and manage hazardous materials.
  • Assist with surface preparation using sandblasting equipment.
Desired Qualifications
  • Oilfield experience.
  • High school diploma/GED is typically required.

About the company

Big Ass Tanks designs and fabricates heavy-duty steel tanks for industrial, agricultural, and oilfield use in the Southwest U.S. They offer vertical, skid-mounted, and elevated tanks with integrated containment and also turnkey systems that pair tanks with pumps, hoses, monitoring equipment, and access controls, including the BAT Box automated frac-fueling system. The company differentiates itself through custom metal fabrication, turnkey system integration, and 24/7 field service and on-site repairs in Texas and New Mexico. Its goal is to provide durable, tailor-made storage and containment solutions while minimizing downtime through on-site support and comprehensive fabrication capabilities.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Artesia, New Mexico

Founded

2019

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What believers are saying

  • BAT posted openings in July 2026, signaling active demand across field operations.
  • The March 2026 website refresh confirms ongoing investment in products and service capacity.
  • Location ratings show Artesia 4.5 and Odessa 3.3, supporting recruitment in Artesia.

What critics are saying

  • Indeed reviews in February 2026 cite poor communication, bad PPE, and racism.
  • Frac fueling dependence exposes BAT to drilling slowdowns and utilization shocks quickly.
  • Late-2025 management ownership concentrates risk; one safety incident or reputation hit can crater demand.

What makes Big Ass Tanks unique

  • BAT Box bundles tanks, pumps, hoses, monitoring, and controls for frac fueling.
  • Artesia fabrication and Odessa field crews combine custom builds with 24/7 on-site repair.
  • BAT makes vertical, skid-mounted, and elevated tanks for oilfield, agricultural, and industrial specs.

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Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation