FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INSPECTOR

Full Job Description

You will serve as a FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INSPECTOR in the FUELS BRANCH, AIRFIELD OPERATIONS DIVISION of MARINE CORPS AIR STATION, NEW RIVER.

The President has ordered a government-wide hiring freeze subject to certain limited exceptions. This position is subject to the hiring freeze.

Although we are moving forward with the consideration of candidates, we will not make a selection for this vacancy announcement unless and until the position is no longer subject to the hiring freeze.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.

Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job.

Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible.

The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO INSPECT: Operating fuel-testing apparatuses to evaluate the quality of fuel products.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-5400 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

• You will test fuel samples and interpret results taken from rail cars, barges, trucks, storage tanks and various distribution points throughout the fuel distribution system.
• You will perform proper calibration and operator maintenance on all required laboratory equipment within the Fuels Department.
• You will conduct inspections of all fuel distribution system components and inspect low points and valve pits to ensure proper functioning.
• You will observe aircraft refueling vehicles and fuel transfers to ensure proper procedures are followed.
• You will train Fuels Department personnel on proper techniques of sampling, gauging, handling, dispensing, safety, fire prevention and spill control/reporting procedures.
• You will maintain a system of records and reference/design manuals, review discrepancy reports looking for trends, errors, etc. and submit requests for repair parts and materials needed to minimize interruptions to fuel operations.