Aviation Fuel Station Primary Operator

Subsidiary:

KIRA Training Services

Job Title:

Aviation Fuel Station Primary Operator

Job Location:

Kodiak, AK

Labor Category:

Non-Exempt / CBA (Union)

Clearance Requirement:

N/A

Travel Requirement:

N/A

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) is a family of 8(a), HUBZone, SDB, and other companies wholly- owned by the largest tribe in Alaska. Each of its wholly-owned 30+ subsidiaries are uniquely qualified to deliver value to its customers and teaming partners. For over 30 years, THTBC has operated as a trusted US Federal contractor throughout the US and worldwide. THTBC delivers outstanding service with innovative, low-cost contract solutions to all its public and private sector customers worldwide.

Scope of Work: The Aviation Fuel Station Primary Operator (AFO) will perform duties as a Primary Operator and quality control person.

Responsibilities:

• Inspection, evaluating conditions of, and maintaining fuel storage tanks, pipelines, piping systems, product pump, filter, meter, gauge, and flow control mechanisms, manifold and valve systems, and other related petroleum system components.
• Capable of detecting/recognizing system component malfunction, misalignment, leak, and adjustment issues and performing scheduled and unscheduled fuel system maintenance.
• 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.
• Inspect fuel receiving, storage, and distribution facilities to detect and correct leakage, corrosion, faulty fittings, and malfunction of mechanical units, and gauges.
• Inspect electrical wiring, switches, and controls for safe operating conditions, grounding, and adjustment.
• Lubricate and repack valves; lubricate pumps; replace gaskets; clean strainers and filters; service water separators.
• Remove and install equipment such as filters.
• Maintain records of inspection.
• Test fuels, and conduct daily surroundings and temperature readings of fuel storage tanks.
• Complete all paperwork associated with the 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, cars, and tanks.
• Testing procedures must be performed in accordance with established ASTM and Military protocols.
• After initial qualifications, this position will require the performance of weekend rounds in rotation with the other fuel operators.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge and ability to precisely perform the types of operations and operator maintenance, and fuel sampling and testing, required by this contract.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of, and be able to precisely perform the operations for, routine recurring maintenance and adjustment of aviation refueler trucks and carts, the fuel dispensing systems, the Aviation Fueling, and de-fueling hydrant systems and their components.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Shall be a qualified operator, who has successfully performed the duties as a Primary Operator and quality control person at a comparable facility for at least two years.
• Current TWIC identification card.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge and ability to precisely perform the types of operations and operator maintenance, and fuel sampling and testing, required by this contract.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of, and be able to precisely perform the operations for, routine recurring maintenance and adjustment of aviation refueler trucks and carts, the fuel dispensing systems, the Aviation Fueling, and de-fueling hydrant systems and their components.
• Have the minimum training and experience required for fuel service operators.
• Must be able to perform on-call duties when scheduled and report to work within one hour of notification.
• Must be able to work alternate shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements of the customer, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to push, pull, lift, or carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 70 pounds on occasion. Perform housekeeping, brush control groundskeeping duties, and corrosion control painting.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting with exposure to all sorts of inclement weather.
• Must have and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Must be able to successfully complete a drug/alcohol test and a criminal record check. Must have a safe driving record, as defined by Company policy, to operate a company vehicle.
• Must have practical knowledge of worksite safety, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
• Must possess the ability to work in a team or alone and be able to change jobs on short notice.

Benefits:

THTBC offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Company Paid Short Term Disability, Basic Life, & AD&D
• Employee Paid Long Term Disability, Voluntary Life, and AD&D for Dependents
• Accrued Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all the essential duties of the position satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including successfully completing a thorough background investigation.

THTBC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.