Fuel Distribution Systems Worker

Duties As a Fuel Distribution System Worker (Title 32), WG-5413-08, you will perform the below duties: (1) Receives and issues and provides guidance to lower level Workers in the receipt and issue of bulk petroleum products. Inspects carrier transportation for proper seals, safety requirements and environmental control devices. Connects grounding wire and hoses, and operates pumps, valves, and gages during pumping operation. Gages tanks and checks for stray water content to determine volume of fuel received or issued, takes temperature readings, determines API gravity, and converts volume of fuel at tank temperature to volume of fuel at standard temperature. Records gage, scale, and/or meter readings, volumes of fuel received and issued, fuel receipts for fuel. (2) Takes samples of fuel for laboratory analysis. Based upon lab results, mixes or directs the mixing of fuels to increase flashpoint Or level of purity. Performs other tests for laboratory analysis to assess such operating conditions as condition of filters. (3) Projects monthly quantities of fuels required for the coming year based on past consumption, forecasts of requirements from visiting units, and information provided by the USPFO concerning the monetary fuel allocations of each national guard unit. Converts monetary allocations to gallon amounts and orders fuels under negotiated contract with a vendor who provides delivery. Schedules deliveries to assure adequate stock levels are available when needed. (4) Accounts for all fuels received, stored, and issued. Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of fuels. Prepares monthlybulk petroleum accounting summary in accordance with Army regulations. Prepares and maintains logs and records to account for incoming andoutgoing petroleum products, daily fuel requests and amount ofconsumption by user unit. Computes cumulative usage and cost accountingrecords for each organization in training. Advises USPFO and unitrepresentatives on allocations, cost, account balances, and availabilityof fuels. Monitors and restricts or bars fuel issuance to units reaching account limits. (5) Provides technical advice on and inspects construction offal Bladder Tank Farms set up by tenants or units in training, to include Fuel System Supply Points and/or Forward Area Refueling Points. Ensures that berms are correct height, joints are elevated; grounding rods a reinstalled, equipment (e.g. bladders, hoses, valves, and fittings) is in proper working condition and Tank Farms are constructed in accordance with Army Regulations. Pressure tests all lines and ensures communications have been established with Fire Department before full-scale operation. (6) Performs operator maintenance on fuel distribution system, such as lubing pump bearings, changing strainer filters, adding Anti-algae and other additives to fuels, and obtains and schedules required maintenance checks or repairs on system. Performs daily visual inspections of fuel facilities for leaks in storage tanks, excess fuels and to ensure that pollution and fire hazards do not exist. Makes periodic security checks for proper lighting, fencing and locking systems as outlined by regulations. Coordinates with Facility Engineer on required safety, fire, and environmental control regulations and procedures to ensure that fuel facilities meet minimum requirements. (7) Prepares and updates fuel-related standing operating procedures (SOP's). Recommends modification of local forms as necessary. (8) Serves as physical key custodian for all POL areas of responsibility, including service stations. (9) Prepares and updates POL portion of the mobilization plan for the training site. (10) Performs others duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment * NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. * This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. * Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. * Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. * Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. * Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. * Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. * May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. * Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. * This position is located at a bargaining unit and eligible for union representation through Chapter 59 of the Association of Civilian Technicians. Qualifications NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume. For a brief video on How to Create a Federal Resume. WHO CAN APPLY: GROUP I - All qualified Male/Female Enlisted Member (E4/SPC - E7/SFC) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Technician Program. GROUP II - All qualified Virginia Army National Guard Male/Female Enlisted Member (E4/SPC - E7/SFC), regardless of employment status (Traditional, Military Technician or AGR). To be considered as a Group II applicant, proof of appointment/enlistment in the Virginia National Guard must be attached if the appointment/enlistment occurred within 60 days prior to, or during, the advertisement period. GROUP III - Individuals eligible for membership in the Virginia Army National Guard. Military Grades: Enlisted Member (E4/SPC - E7/SFC) GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Applicant must have experience or training operating and maintaining a fuel distribution system composed of bulk storage, hydrant-refueling system, or a tanker truck operation used to perform ground refueling of aviation aircraft. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the WG-07 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government? This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the WG grade indicated. This experience must include activities such as: * Experience planning, directing, and organizing work assignments for lower grade personnel including the review of work requirements and establishing priorities to meet deadlines. * Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. * Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. * Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov) ). * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. * Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or a