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Paragon Tank Truck Equipment is proud to be the industry leader for tank truck unloading solutions. We offer PTO’s, hydraulic pumps and motors as well as complete hydraulic drive systems custom designed for your application. For dry bulk conveying from cement, to pebble lime, we have a range of dry bulk blowers and our general-purpose product pumps are used in petroleum and chemical duty. We are the only USA manufacturer of oil free compressors for chemical tank unloading and have a complete range of modular chemical unloading packages.

Our History:

1988

Heil Trading Company formed.

1996

Heil Trading Company renamed Paragon Trading Company. Paragon Trailer Repair.

2006

Paragon Tank Leasing.
Paragon Trailer Sales.

2008

Paragon Tank Truck Equipment.

2010

30,000 square foot addition was added to accommodate Paragon Tank Truck Equipment.

2019

Paragon Tank Truck Equipment expands again into a larger building and begins to offer trailer parts.

The Paragon Management Team

COMMITTED. PROFESSIONAL. EXPERIENCED.

At Paragon, we’ve assembled a group of dedicated professionals, each with a broad and diverse business background. Our team offers you the experience, resources and knowledge needed to assist you with all of your tank trailer needs.

Rick Irons
Rick IronsPRESIDENT, PARAGON ENTERPRISES LLC
As President of Paragon Enterprises LLC and its subsidiaries, Rick Irons has over 35 years of experience in sales, leasing and manufacturing in the tank trailer industry. Rick started Paragon Trailer Center LLC in Cartersville, Georgia in 1996, and assumed his current position in 2001.
Peter Goodier
Peter GoodierVP, PARAGON TANK TRUCK EQUIPMENT
As Vice President of Paragon Tank Truck Equipment, Peter Goodier has over 31 years of experience in designing and selling equipment to discharge dry and liquid tank trucks equipment. Peter started Paragon Tank Truck Equipment in 2008.
Gayle Griffin
Gayle GriffinSECRETARY, TREASURER AND CONTROLLER, PARAGON ENTERPRISES, LLC
As Secretary, Treasurer and Controller for Paragon Enterprises, LLC, Gayle Griffin has over 39 years of experience in accounting and 26 years experience as a controller. Gayle earned her BS Degree in Accounting from Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, Alabama, and her MBA in Accounting from Berry College, Rome, Georgia.
Drake Miller
Drake MillerNATIONAL SALES DIRECTOR, PARAGON TANK TRUCK EQUIPMENT
As National Sales Director for Paragon Tank Truck Equipment, Drake Miller has over 35 years of experience in sales management of PTO’s, driveline components and hydraulic equipment.
Pam Buck
Pam BuckPRODUCTION/SHIPPING MANAGER, PARAGON TANK TRUCK EQUIPMENT
Production/Shipping Mgr for Paragon, Pam Buck has been a member of the Paragon team for 6 years. Prior to joining Paragon, she spent 33 years in distribution. Her team strive for a high level of manufacturing standards, shipments are processed in a timely and professional manner maintaining a high level of quality and affording a quick delivery date for the customer.
Chelsea Loyd
Chelsea LoydACCOUNTING MANAGER
As Accounting Manager of Paragon Tank Truck Equipment, Chelsea Loyd has been a valued member of the Paragon team for over 4 years. Chelsea received her BS Degree from The University of Alabama, and her MS Degree in Accounting from Texas A&M University – Commerce.
Holly Burns
Holly BurnsPURCHASING MANAGER
As Purchasing Manager for Paragon Tank Truck Equipment, Holly Burns has been a member of our team for over 7 years. She has a background in Sales and Customer Service, as well, so she understands what it means to move with a sense of urgency and get parts on time for our customers. Her department helps maintain inventory levels for stock and production, as well as, consumable goods for day-to-day operations.

We’re looking for talented people!

Paragon is a leader in the tank truck equipment industry. If you have a desire to put your talent and experience to work with a growing, fast-paced company, we’d like to hear from you!

Please download our Employment Application form, fill it out and email it to careers@paragondirect.com.

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We’re looking for talented people!

Paragon is a leader in the tank truck equipment industry. If you have a desire to put your talent and experience to work with a growing, fast-paced company, we’d like to hear from you!

Current Openings:
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