Refuels rotary and fixed-wing aircraft using hot and cold refueling methods. Performs aircraft defueling operations as requested. Ensures that fuel quantities for both air and ground vehicles are on hand to meet requirements and needed stock is obtained from proper locations. Prepares and submits reports dealing with airfield POL operations and accountability. Records meter readings, aircraft identification, and fuel quantities issued to aircraft. Procures signatures and completes required paperwork to insure accountability and reimbursement for fuel issued. Maintains accurate daily and monthly fuel issues and receipts records. Ensures operator preventive maintenance checks and services are performed and recorded for the refueling system. Notifies supervisor of any safety hazards, personnel problem, and fuel accounting errors. Ensures quality of aviation-grade fuel by sampling fuel, checking filter separators, inspecting tanks for water and sediment, and interpreting results. Implements established procedures in the event of a fuel spill or mishap. Complies with all Department of Defense, Department of the Army, and Occupational Safety and Health Act requirements for protective clothing and safety requirements. Complies with Material Data Safety Sheets when handling fuel and other petroleum products. Performs duties as or ensures the presence of a fire marshal. Follows all environmental directives and laws pertaining to disposition of solvents, fluids, and other fuels. Serves as the hazardous materials (HAZMAT) custodian. Inspects, maintains, and operates anti/deicing equipment. Issues cryogenic products, anti/deicing fluids and/or packaged petroleum products, as required.

Transfers fuel from bulk tanks to aircraft refuel vehicles and other customers by operating pumps and accessory equipment. Sets pipeline hoses, tank valves and manifold switches to regulate flow. Monitors equipment and makes appropriate adjustments to maintain adequate pressure and proper fuel mix. Uses plumb bob and scale to sound tanks for net volume received or issued. Takes temperature readings, computes the mean temperature and, using a table, converts readings to correct volume. Identifies product and uses filters to insure purity. Keeps accurate records of gage and scale readings to insure correct volume and accountability. Submits fuel samples for laboratory analysis and maintains log of laboratory results. Completes daily inspections of fuel containers and storage areas. Patrols servicing area for debris, trash, and other hazards.

Provides transient alert assistance and marshalling services. Directs aircraft to designated parking areas and refuel/defuel points using proper hand, arm, and wand signals. Ensures transient aircraft are properly chocked, grounded, provided mooring, and armaments set on safe before servicing. Grounds petroleum distribution equipment and aircraft. Connects fuel hydrant and operates pump controls. Drives and operates multiple special use vehicles including "follow me" vehicle to lead aircraft, fork-lift, air stairs, all terrain vehicle, Surface Brake Friction Tester, aircraft towing equipment, and aircraft refuel trucks with manual transmissions, four or more forward speeds, and airbrakes; up to a capacity of 5,000 gallons and an empty weight of 12 tons and exceeds 32000 pounds when full. Performs operator's preventative checks and services on refuel vehicles. Completes initial and annual flightline driving training and certification, and demonstrates knowledge/understanding of air traffic control light gun signals, radio communication requirements and other procedures for operating vehicles in controlled and uncontrolled aircraft movement areas. Escorts non-licensed contractors and other personnel through aircraft movement areas. Monitors, inspects and removes foreign object debris (FOD) from aircraft parking areas. Contacts airfield operations to arrange for ramp sweeping and FOD pickup when necessary.

Performs administrative tasks in support of the Fuel Distribution System Worker (MVO) Supervisor including preparing reports, correspondence, logs, and other documents. Submits appropriate documents through the Fuel Automated System (FAS) to the financial management office in order to initiate proper reimbursement action.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Incumbent is subject to termination due to loss or reduction in funding for this position.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Bargaining Unit: Bargaining.
• Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide.
• APPOINTMENT FACTORS: T5 Excepted Service appointment in the Alaska National Guard.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Rotating Shifts: Airfield operating hours range from 16-24 hours per day, 5-7 days per week. All non-supervisory positions work rotating shift in order to support published operational hours as well as occasional operations outside operating hours.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless approved in advance by the TAG.
• May require participation in drug testing.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE is experience or training which demonstrates the ability to follow instructions and to safely operate the type of equipment required to accomplish the duties of the position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position.

WG-08 - Must have at least 12 months of experience or training providing knowledge of the equipment (e.g., tanks, manifolds, valves, filter/separators, pumps, etc.) and procedures for constructing bladder tank farms sufficient to provide technical guidance to and inspect the work of others. Knowledge of fuels, fuel distribution, regulations, and procedures, and the operation of fuel distribution systems sufficient to perform a variety of functions associated with the operation of a system, including general maintenance. Ability to apply knowledge of more complex steps and processes to convert fuel measurements from volume received at tank temperature to the equivalent volume at the standard temperature set by the American Petroleum Institute.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification. The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position.

Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed. Your record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the application process is complete, a review of your application/resume will be made to determine your Area of Consideration (AOC) and to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and minimum job requirements. Your initial rating will be based on your responses to the questionnaire in this document. This process measures the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position. Your final rating will be based on our evaluation of your responses, as verified through a review of your resume and other supporting documents. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your score can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility and rating.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision~

To determine your qualifications for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. Questionnaire. This is accomplished by submitting the application. There is nothing that needs to be attached to this application to meet this requirement.
3. SF-50, if applicable
4. Transcripts, if applicable
5. DD-214/NGB 22 (if claiming former AKNG member)
6. A copy of your DD Form 214, if applicable.
7. SF-15 (Application for 10-point veteran preference), if applicable.
8. Any additional documentation you wish to submit for consideration.

Your resume, curriculum vitae, the Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612), or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically using the document upload process.. We recommend using the resume building within USAJOBS. Please log into USAJOBS, go to your "Documents", make sure you're in the "Resumes" section and select the "Upload or build resume" button, then click on "Build resume". Please be sure to include all of the following information in your resume:

Job Information:
- Vacancy Identification Number, title, grade and location for which you are applying.

Personal Information:
- Full name, mailing address (with zip code) and day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
- Country of Citizenship.
- If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment in grade.

Education:
- High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
- Colleges and/or Universities attended, city, state and zip code.
- Major field(s) of study.
- Type and year of degree(s) received. If no degree received, show total credit hours received in semester or quarter hours.

Work Experience for each paid or non-paid position held related to the job for which you are applying (do not provide copies of job descriptions):
- Job title.
- Duties and accomplishments.
- Number of hours per week.
- Employer's name and address.
- Supervisor's name and phone number.
- Indicate if your current supervisor may be contacted.
- Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year).
- Salary.

Other Qualifications:
- Job-related training courses (title and year).
- Job-related skills (e.g., other languages, computer software/hardware, tools, machinery, typing speed, etc.)
- Job related certificates and licenses.
- Job-related honors, awards, and special accomplishments. (e.g., publications, memberships in professional or honor societies, leadership activities, public speaking, performance awards, etc.)

Do not send copies of documents unless specifically requested.

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