FUEL Distribution SYSTEM WORKER Security Clearance

Job Responsibilities

• You will operate pumps, valves, and pipelines to control the receipt, storage, transfer, and issuance of bulk petroleum products.
• You will monitor fuel transfer operations using electronic control systems, calculate flow rates, and adjust equipment to maintain safe and proper tank levels.
• You will conduct quality control inspections on tankers and barges, take fuel samples for analysis, and perform regular inventory gauging of storage tanks.
• You will perform operator-level preventative maintenance on the fuel distribution system, including lubricating valves, cleaning strainers, and examining pipes for leaks.
• You will maintain accurate records of all fuel transactions, operate various vehicles like refueler trucks and forklifts, and adhere to all safety and environmental regulations.

• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.

• Screen‑out element for this position is: I have the ability to perform common tasks including:
  1) Operating equipment to control the movement of petroleum products, including receiving, storing, transferring, and issuing bulk fuels from storage tanks, ships, and barges by managing pipelines, valves, and pumps in accordance with written and verbal instructions;
  2) Monitoring and controlling fuel transfer operations using electronic remote control boards, observing pressure gauges, and calculating fuel flow rates to maintain proper tank levels and system pressure; and
  3) Using computer-based programs to maintain operational data and records, adhering to all safety regulations, and completing required training for fuel handling procedures. I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey‑level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.
• Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

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Education:

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

• This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

• Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.

• A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre‑employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

• Federal annuitant information:
The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: ICTAP.

• Applicants:
To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category or higher. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified…