Fuel Treatment Operator

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform product treatments with additives in the field according to job nominations provided by local office or supervisor.
• Identify, transport, handle and apply additives used in each specific job.
• Comply with all federal, state, local, customer‑specific and company safety and operational regulations applicable to work.
• Follow API, IFIA and OSHA procedures at all times.
• Carry out all assigned tasks in accordance with the latest industry standards and practices and follow specific instructions provided by supervisor. Maintain communication with office staff and keep them updated of any changes to the initial plan.
• Prepare and distribute product treatment reports to vessels, terminals and office.
• Perform other fuel treatment tasks as assigned.
• Safety‑sensitive position requiring pre‑employment, random and annual drug and alcohol testing (including marijuana).

• High school diploma; related experience in the industry is a plus. CDL preferred.
• Read, write and communicate in English.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Basic computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Unrestricted use of a licensed and insured vehicle in good, safe operating condition available for both personal and sample transportation in all ambient weather conditions. Must possess a valid current driving license and meet the requirements of AmSpec Safe Driving Policy.
• Ready to accept job assignments at any time, 24/7, including scheduled days off. Overtime must be worked as required to meet the needs of the branch office. Willing to work shifts if required by location.
• Work in refineries, terminals, and on‑board marine vessels as necessary.
• Respond to communications from the office and be available at all times.
• Attendance at monthly safety meetings is required.

The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec provides product information, training and personal protective equipment to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of those materials.

The employee will be required to work outdoors in all levels of adverse weather conditions. Work may be performed in refineries, tank farms, terminals and on board barges, ships, railcars and tank trucks.

The noise level in the work environment may be high al and on occasion long distance travel may be required.

Comply with the requirements of AmSpec D&A Policy.

Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness Test; pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec before employment and upon request of AmSpec Services.

Qualify annually for a Respirator Fit Test and annually for work in areas containing certain levels of hydrocarbon vapors based on an OSHA‑designated blood test.

Be able to safely perform inspection work while wearing required safety equipment, regardless of ambient weather conditions.

Ability to stand for extended periods; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk or hear; and to smell.

Ability to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms frequently.

Ability to climb storage tank ladders and stairs, typically 25 to 100 feet high while carrying 45 lb. of samples and/or inspection‑related gear or equipment. Ability to climb vessel gangways, ladders, Jacob’s ladders, and stairs.

Ability to work in olfactory conditions typical of petroleum or petrochemicals without allergic reactions or nausea within OSHA‑designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).

Ability to work in confined spaces (as defined by OSHA), wearing appropriate respiratory and skin protection equipment.

Current possession of a Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements is required.