Fuel Distribution Operator

Type of Position: Full-Time, Regular

Tier: I

Location: Kodiak, AK

Schedule: Varies

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Fuel Distribution Lead

The Fuel 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.

• 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

• Positive Attitude/Enthusiasm
• Attendance/Punctuality/Dependability
• Diversity/interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork/Integrity

• 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
• 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

• Trained and certified as a “Shipyard Competent Person”
• State of Alaska Painters Card

• 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.

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

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