FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR

Summary

You will serve as a Fuel Distribution System Operator for NAVAL STATION.

Duties

• You will perform operator maintenance of the fuel storage and dispensing equipment.
• You will properly and routinely perform required operator maintenance.
• You will grease, pack, clean, lubricate, and adjust valves, pumps, and motors.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Controlling the distribution and storage of various grades of bulk petroleum products by assisting in controlling the operation of a multi-fuel storage and distribution system; Inspecting and testing hoses, lines, tanks, and pumps for leaks and loose fittings and reporting breaks and malfunctions to supervisor; Accurately gauging tanks by manual or automated calibrated measuring devices to determine volume of contents; Closing system and ensuring that fuel farm is secure, locking all pumps, doors, windows, gauges, and recovery hatches; and calculating the rate of fuel flow and regulating tank feed control valves to obtain and maintain adequate pump suction, pump motor amperage and proper tank levels. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.