Fuel Distribution System Operator I

Description

Job Summary:

The fuels Distribution System Operator facilitates the fuels transfers, maintenance, testing and inspection of various fuels, fuel system components and is a member of the spill response team.

Primary Duties:

Participates in fuel transfers to and from vessels, including handling lines for ships, connecting hoses and safety lines, operating flow control valves, and recording operational data related to the transfers

Inspects fuel receiving, storage and distribution facilities to detect and correct leakage, corrosion, faulty fittings and malfunction of mechanical units, and gauges

Lubricates and repacks valves; lubricate pumps; replace gaskets; clean strainers and filters; services water separators

Removes and install equipment such as filters

Maintain records of all inspections

Test fuels conduct daily soundings and temperature readings of fuel storage tanks. Testing procedures must be performed in accordance with established ASTM and military protocols.

Complete all paperwork associated with position in accordance with prescribed policies and procedures

Required to perform Quality Control fuel testing of all fuels.

Maintain records and document all samples collected from fuel barges, cutters, fuel trucks, carts and tanks located on Base Kodiak and remote Coast Guard sites

Perform housekeeping, brush control and grounds keeping duties and corrosion control painting Able to participates as an on-call spill response team member.

After initial qualifications, this position will require performance of week-end rounds in rotation with the other fuel operators as directed

Performs duties occasionally after hours and weekends to perform ship fueling and fuel barge off-loads

Perform other relevant job duties as assigned

Competencies:

Positive Attitude/Enthusiasm

Diversity/interpersonal Skills

Attendance/Punctuality/Dependability

Teamwork/Integrity

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Skills:

High school education or G.E.D equivalent

Must be able to communicate clearly (oral and written) in the English language

Must be able to clearly communicate by radio and phone

Valid Alaska Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker/HAZMAT Endorsement

Must have one-year operation of POL fuel storage and distribution systems of similar operation.

Certified in Confined space (Entry, Attendant and Supervisor)

Must be qualified to wear a respirator IAW 29 CFR 1910.134

Must maintain 40-hour HAZWOPER certification with 8-hour refresher

Must be familiar with applicable RCRA requirements

Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications

Must have the ability to follow directions Preferred

Trained and certified as a Shipyard Competent Person

State of Alaska Painters Card

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, walking, or standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, twisting, throwing, reaching, squatting, stretching, bending for prolonged periods of time; at times lift and carry as much at 50 lbs. on a regular basis and 51 occasionally by team lifting.

Work Environment

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires the ability to maneuver around maintenance sites, see, hear, and verbally communicate with co-workers and clients. Ability to perform manual labor under dirty and uncomfortable situations and in all types of inclement weather for extended periods. Required to be on call on a rotational basis as directed. Travel to remote sites may be required

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities however may be required to assume the Lead responsibilities.

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Having reliable transportation to/from work is a necessity and must be able to have access to military installations.

Must be able to drive a company vehicle and be insured

Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance necessary

Must comply with all company policies

Must meet the requirements of an annual physical that will include pulmonary function testing and will require the occasional use of a respirator.