Job opening: FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM MECHANIC LEADER
Salary: $84 732 - 98 840 per year
Published at: Jan 22 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a working leader of three or more Fuel Distribution System Mechanics in the maintenance, inspection, installation, repair, replacement and modification of liquid fuel storage and distribution systems. Leads a 40-person military and civilian spill response team.
Duties
- Performs as a Work Leader. Inspects and test fuel receiving, storage, and distribution facilities and performs preventive maintenance on fuel systems and components.
- Performs all phases of liquid fuel system and component maintenance including preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and modification.
- Participates in cleaning the interior surface of bulk storage tanks, above and below ground, by entering tanks.
- Serves as the Operations and Maintenance Flight fuels spill team leader, Coordinates cleanup efforts with civilian and military personnel.
- Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Shift work may be required.
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- The work may require that the employee be certified in the use of a respirator.
- The work may require that the employee be certified or be able to be certified as qualified for entry into hazardous and/or confined space areas such as liquid fuel tanks for inspection, cleaning, and repair.
- The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
- The employee must be able to obtain and maintain Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency response course certification IAW 29 CFR 1910.120
- The employee must be able to obtain Supervisory safety course certification for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency response course IAW 29 CFR 1910.120
- The employee must be able to obtain and maintain an appropriate restricted area badge and flight line driver’s license.
- The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
- IAW DoDI 3020-42 this position has been locally, or command designated as Mission Essential (ME); needed to ensure the continued operations of mission essential functions of the activity.
- Mission Essential personnel may be required to report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4200 - Plumbing And Pipefitting Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element of this position is the Ability To Do the Work of a Fuel Distribution System Mechanic Leader without More than Normal Supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of fuel distribution and storage systems, and of the physical properties and hazards associated with the handling of various types of petroleum fuels.
Knowledge of preventive maintenance and inspection techniques as applied to fuel distribution and storage systems. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.
Skill in calibration of fuel dispensing systems and tank and pressure gauges. Skill in techniques used to measure, cut, thread, join, and fit piping and tubing.
Ability to analyze deficiencies and diagnose malfunctions of system components such as automatic control valves, pumps, flow meters, etc. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with technical accuracy
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local environmental laws, regulations, and other guidance to make decisions and recommendations concerning assigned restoration, compliance, conservation, pollution prevention, and/or integration principles and practices.
Ability to lead work crew, assign tasks/job assignments, determine appropriate steps and actions necessary to complete the projected job, and ensure appropriate tools, equipment and materials are orders and available for projects to prevent work delays.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Performs work which involves frequent bending, reaching, crouching, kneeling, crawling, stooping, standing, arm movement, and climbing. Sometimes must work in awkward, tiring, or uncomfortable positions, or cramped areas. Frequently lifts, carries, and sets up parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts items weighing over 50 pounds using jacks, hoists, or helpers. May be required to make repairs and installations from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms and to enter bulk storage tanks through tank manholes 24 inches in diameter.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside and outside and may be subject to extreme heat and cold and hard, damp floors or surfaces. Work is usually dirty, dusty, and greasy. May be required to make installations and repairs outside during inclement weather. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, strains, bruises, burns, infections, and skin abrasions. Subject to skin irritation from fuels and oils; exposure to noxious fumes, or toxic vapors; and danger of fire, explosion, electrical shock, and asphyxiation. Occasionally exposed to the possibility of broken bones. May be subject to claustrophobic conditions and the wearing of cumbersome breathing equipment when performing periodic cleaning of the interior of bulk storage tanks. Works around machinery or moving parts. May wear and use uncomfortable protective safety devices such as protective eyeglasses, ear devices, hard hats, hard-toe shoes, respirators, and gloves for long periods of time.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Contacts
- Address JB Elmendorf-Richardson
8517 20th Street
Suite 203
JB Elmendorf-Richardson, AK 99506
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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