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FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WORKER (MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR)-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

AF Test Center
Edwards, CA Other
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Veterans' preference does not apply to DHA recruitment.

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The primary purpose of this position is to operate several complex workstations or a portion of a large fuel distribution system to receive, store, transfer, and dispense aviation/ground petroleum and cryogenic products, and operate aircraft refueling vehicles/equipment to fuel and defuel aircraft..

Qualifications:

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5400 Industrial Equipment Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
Operation of large fuel storage and dispensing system to transfer fuel to aircraft and refuelers

Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Use of Measuring Instruments
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (other than blueprinting reading)
Dexterity and Safety

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
Self-motivated, organized and capable logging inventory, maintain fuel logs, and accurately document product transfer metrics.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
1. Knowledge of the operation of one or several complex work stations in fuel storage and distribution systems.
2. Knowledge of methods used in the load, unload, transfer, and storage of liquid fuels and cryogenic products.
3. Knowledge of the methods used to gauge tanks before, during, and at the end of fuel operations.
4. Skill in manipulating numerous controls to properly regulate the flow of liquids in a safe and efficient manner, and operating various types of pumps and other fuel distribution equipment.
5. Skill in performing routine operator maintenance and minor repair of items such as tanks, pumps, motors, and valves.
6. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Operates several complex workstations or a portion of a large fuel storage and dispensing system to transfer fuel to aircraft and refuelers
  • Receives incoming petroleum fuel and cryogenic product shipments by truck, tank car, or pipeline.
  • Issues petroleum products to containers and refueling units through fillstands.
  • Inventories and inspects the storage/distribution system and the condition of the products received and issued.
  • Operates refueling vehicles, up to and including tractor trailer, for dispensing of aviation fuels and defueling aircraft.
  • Performs operator maintenance of fuel storage and dispensing equipment and aircraft refueling vehicles.
  • Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Salary : $29

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