FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR

US NAVAL BASE GUAM (DON); Santa Rita (GU); On-site; USD 86,163,000 - 100,490,000; Full time

Job summary

US Naval Base Guam (DON) in Santa Rita, GU seeks a Fuel Distribution System Operator to manage multi-fuel storage and distribution across the tank farm network. You will supervise transfers, gauge readings, and documentation while ensuring safe, efficient operations under field conditions. The role requires directing loading/unloading of fuel and coordinating with vessel transfers, with travel up to 25%.

The position is permanent and part of the Navy’s fuel department. A U.S.

Qualifications

• This job has a screen-out element used to determine minimum eligibility: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION—controlling operation of entire multi-fuel storage and distribution system; directing loading/unloading of fuel; conducting inventory by gauging and computing readings.
• Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C).
• Education: This position does not require education.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, control and terminate fuel transfers throughout the tank farm system.
• Record gauge readings at regular intervals during fuel transfer, receipt and issue operations and prepare documentation.
• Direct loading/unloading of fuel aboard tankers, barges and transfer of fuel within tank storage areas.
• Calculate rate of fuel flow and regulate tank feed control valves to maintain pump suction and proper tank levels.
• Operate valves and switches to receive, issue and transfer fuel and liquid nitrogen.
• Patrol pipelines and tank farm areas, examine facilities and equipment and report repairs.

Job description

Summary

You will serve as a FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR in Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) in the local Fuel Department at US NAVAL BASE GUAM.

Overview

This job will close when we have received 50 applications which may be sooner than the closing date.

Location

2 vacancies in the following location: Santa Rita, GU

No matching locations found.

Telework eligible No

Remote job No

Relocation expenses reimbursed No

Salary $30.07 – $35.07 per hour

Pay scale & grade WG 10

Promotion potential 10

Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.

Work schedule Full-time

Travel Required 25% or less – You may be expected to travel for this position.

Appointment type Permanent

Occupations and job series 5413 Fuel Distribution System Operating

Supervisory status No

Federal service type Competitive Service

Represented by a union No

Drug test Yes

Security clearance Secret

Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk

Background check type Suitability/Fitness

Financial disclosure required No

Announcement number ST-13064678-26-DDR

Control number 885005100

This job is open to

• Federal employees – Competitive service
• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
• Land and base management
• Veterans
• Military spouses
• Individuals with disabilities
• Family of overseas employees
• Special authorities
• Clarification from the agency

Duties

• You will initiate, control and terminate fuel transfers throughout the tank farm system.
• You will record gauge readings obtained at regular intervals during fuel transfer, receipt and issue operations and prepare documentation of fuel operations.
• You will direct the loading and unloading of fuel aboard tankers, barges, and the transfer of fuel from one tank to another within the tank storage areas.
• You will calculate rate of fuel flow and regulate tank feed control valves to obtain and maintain adequate pump suction and proper tank levels.
• You will operate valves and switches to properly receive, issue and transfer fuel and liquid nitrogen.
• You will patrol pipelines and tank farm areas, examine facilities and equipment and report the need for repairs.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• This is an overseas position. You will be subject to and must be able to satisfy the overseas requirements of the 26Jul12 DODI 1400.25 V1230: http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025v1230.pdf
• This position may require travel to places within and outside the contiguous United States which could include remote or isolated sites. You may be required to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• If eligible for permanent change of station, the appointee will be required to sign a transportation agreement to establish a Government time in service requirement of 12 months.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport.
• May be required to obtain a VISA dependent on the overseas country’s laws/regulations.
• You will be required to sign the Statement of Understanding for Overseas Employment acknowledging receipt and understanding of the statement of living and working conditions for this location.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current class A CDL with HAZMAT certification to transport hazardous material.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.

Qualifications

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 DO THE WORK WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION – controlling operation of entire multi‑fuel storage and distribution system connected by a network of internal pipelines; directing the loading and unloading of fuel aboard tankers, barges and the transfer of fuel from one tank to another within tank storage areas; conducting inventory of petroleum products by gauging, taking temperature and water cuts of tanks and computing readings to net quantities utilizing conversion tables; training others in proper work methods, use of equipment and safe practices related to the trade.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/x-118c/tabindx.asp and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements

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.

Education

This position does not require education.

Additional Information

Guam is designated as a medically underserved area. Military medical facilities offer space-available primary and limited specialty medical care; however, services are not guaranteed.

This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.

This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee’s inability to successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or final job offer being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a “Drug Test Statement of Understanding” if you are selected for this position.

Incumbent “may” be coded as “key” and as such may be required be removed from their military recall status. A signed statement of understanding required.

Initial consideration for this announcement is limited to the number of applications listed at the top of this announcement. All applications received on the day the application limit is reached will be accepted and processed.

Benefits

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Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required Documents

You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume and assessment questionnaire. Applicants who do not provide supporting documentation that fully support their claims will not be referred to the hiring manager. Cover letter is optional.

A complete resume is required. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments. Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications. The following information should be provided in your resume: employer’s name, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr), hours per week if experience was less than full time (35-40 hours per week), pay plan, series and grade level (e.g. GS-0201-09) for relevant federal experience. TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume.

To indicate membership in professional organizations, possess a license, certificate or credentials, check the Conditions of Employment section above to see if any are required. If you claim membership, license, certification, or credentials, you must submit a copy of said document in your application package.

To claim veterans’ preference or sole survivorship preference, submit a DD‑214 certificate or a VA letter that shows dates of service. If you have more than one DD‑214 for multiple periods of service, submit a copy for each period.

For disabled veterans, provide documentation of disability (e.g., disability letter from the VA). https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf

Active duty service members must submit a statement of service printed on command letterhead and signed by the command.

Application documents, including supplemental ones, may be shared outside the Human Resources Office. Supplemental documents may contain your SSN, DOB, or personal information of others. You may redact this information before submitting; however, if selected, you must provide unredacted originals.

Next steps

When the application process is complete, your complete application (resume, assessment questionnaire, and all supporting documents) will be reviewed to determine if you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements for which you requested consideration. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability related to the job requirements.

Generally, only best qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager. Sometimes well qualified and minimally qualified candidates are referred. Occasionally, candidates eligible for priority consideration are referred, and no other candidates are referred.

The hiring manager may choose to conduct interviews.

You will be notified of our rating and referral decision. If you are referred, you will be notified when a hiring decision is made.

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Agency contact information

Department of Navy Employment Information Center

https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/u5hx6E20Dz?origin=lprLink

US NAVAL BASE GUAM

HRO US Naval Base

Guam

FPO, AP 96537

US

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request