Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION - PERMANENT.
This National Guard position is for a FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WORKER, Position Description Number NGD1143000 and is part of the Guam State Army Aviation, National Guard.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
Area of Consideration 1: Current Title 5 and Title 32 permanent or indefinite employees of the Guam Army National Guard.
Area of Consideration 2: All other applicants/areas.
Duties
1. Receives, stores, and issues aviation fuels for the facility. Orders fuel under a negotiated government contract with a vendor who provides delivery to the storage location. Receives fuel by tanker truck or direct pipeline and assists in operations required to secure fuel in fixed storage facilities. Handles and monitors associated equipment including grounding lines, hoses, gauges, pumps, etc., and ensures that established procedures and safety practices are strictly observed. Ensures that fuel amounts received are the amounts ordered, and completes appropriate receipt documents.
2. Operates a complete bulk fuel storage and distribution system composed of storage tanks, interconnecting line and pipe arrangements, pumps, meters and gauges, etc., in the movement of fuels between storage tanks and to refueling equipment and facilities consisting of 1200-5000 gallon tanker trucks and/or hydrant refueling equipment interconnected with the fuel farm. Operates necessary transfer and pumping equipment including valves, pimps, safety lines, and hoses. Coordinates with personnel receiving fuel, and observes to ensure safe conditions exist during fuel transfers. Performs general maintenance on facilities involving flushing tanks, cleaning and changing strainers, draining water from lines and tanks, and reporting the need for more extensive repair needs.
3. Operates gasoline or diesel powered truck with a gross vehicle weight of more than 22,000 pounds having 1200 to 5000 gallon capacity on public roads and highways on a regular and recurring basis in order to receive aircraft fuel from a commercial or government storage site and transport it to aircraft operating sites. Based on destination, determines the route to be followed taking into consideration clearance of underpasses, load limits of bridges and overpasses, detours, and road capacities, etc. Exercises skill in being capable of operating vehicles with multiple forward speeds in two or more gear ranges, two or more driving wheels and air brake systems. Must be able to back the vehicle into narrow areas and around loading docks, etc., and drive on steep grades and curves without spilling cargoes. Because of the hazardous nature of the cargo transported, exercises extreme care and all applicable safety precautions in loading, storing and dispensing fuel and in operation of the transporting vehicles.
4. At a tank truck loading facility, operates equipment to transfer fuel from storage tanks by coupling and uncoupling hoses, monitoring meters and gauges, opening and closing valves, operating pumps, and recording fuel mounts received. Transports fuel from the fuel farm to the flight line and positions the vehicles to facilitate off-loading of fuel. Exercises extreme caution in maneuvering around parked aircraft and associated support equipment as wall as aircraft moving on the ramp. Assists in the fueling of aircraft by ensuring that tanker and aircraft are properly grounded and operates the pumping equipment used to transfer fuel to the aircraft. Monitors gauges and motors and coordinates with personnel fueling the aircraft. Starts and stops pumps, closes and opens valves, disconnects and drains hoses, etc. Effects emergency cut off of pumping operations in case of accident. Performs operator maintenance to ensure equipment is safe and operable. Performs duties required to off-load or defuel aircraft when needed to perform maintenance or other functions.
5. Performs required fuel testing. Determines the existence of water in fuel tanks and follows procedures to drain it. Conducts aqua-glo, milipor, and other fuels tests at required intervals to determine the existence of water, sediments, and other contaminate in the fuel. Drains required fuel samples from storage and dispensing units, and prepares them for shipment to testing laboratories.
6. Prepares documentation required in accounting for fuel types and coordinates information with other supply functions.
7. May be required to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or to serve as a team member on boards to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
8. Performs other 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 trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Qualifications
MILITARY GRADES:
Enlisted: E3 - E6
COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS:
Enlisted: 88 Series, 91 Series, 92 Series
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training operating and maintaining fuel distribution systems and associated equipment such as tanks, pumps, valves, filters/separators, pipelines, meters, and related components. Experience performing fuel receipt, storage, transfer, and dispensing operations; monitoring fuel quantities and system conditions; performing routine maintenance and fuel testing procedures; and applying established fuel distribution procedures and safety requirements to ensure the safe and efficient movement and storage of fuel products.
Education
There is no substitution of education for the specialized experience requirement for this position. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements through qualifying specialized experience as described in this announcement.
You must provide transcripts, certificates, or other documentation to support any education or training claimed in your application. Education and training may be considered and credited as part of the evaluation process but may not be substituted for the required specialized experience.
Additional information
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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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):
1. Knowledge of fuel distribution systems and equipment, including storage tanks, pumps, valves, pipelines, meters, filters/separators, hoses, and related components.
2. Skill in performing fuel receipt, storage, transfer, and dispensing operations, including loading and unloading fuel and operating associated pumping and distribution equipment.
3. Knowledge of fuel testing, measurement, and accountability procedures, including gauging tanks, monitoring quantities, identifying water or contaminants, obtaining fuel samples, and maintaining required records.
4. Ability to inspect, troubleshoot, and perform routine operator maintenance on fuel distribution systems and equipment, including identifying unsafe conditions, malfunctions, and maintenance requirements.
5. Ability to perform fuel distribution operations safely and effectively, including applying established procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements when handling fuels and operating vehicles or equipment.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
- Your resume showing: (MANDATORY)
- Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
- Relevant work experience-include the employer's name and job title.
- Hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment
- Pay Plan, Occupational Series, and Grade (if applicable)
- Duties performed.
- Note: Resume are limited to two (2) pages. Only the first two pages of the submitted resume will be reviewed and considered for qualification and rating purposes.
- OF 306 Declaration for Federal Employment. (MANDATORY)
- Current Soldier Talent Profile dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
- Letter of Recommendation from first line Military supervisor dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
- Letter of Recommendation from Commander dated on or after the issue date of this announcement. (MANDATORY)
- Transcripts, if applicable. College/Vocational school transcripts MUST be submitted in order to receive credit for education.
- Miscellaneous Items (i.e. Certifications), if applicable.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13085057
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.