Fuel Specialist I

State of Oklahoma; Kansas; On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma is seeking a Fuel Specialist I to inspect fuel dispensers, verify storage tank integrity, and ensure compliance with state and federal rules for petroleum fuels. The role involves sampling, reporting, and advising station operators on necessary corrective actions.

Travel within assigned counties is required, with a focus on accurate testing and enforcement of standards. Entry-level position. Continuous learning and field work are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal rules governing fuel storage systems.
• Methods and procedures of investigative work.
• Inspection and calibration of fuel dispensers.
• Fuel storage tank systems knowledge.
• Petroleum fuel products sampling and testing methods.
• Basic mathematics and mechanical principles.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests and inspections of fuel dispensers to assure accurate measurement.
• Performs field checks of motor fuels for octane rating and collects samples for lab analysis.
• Inspects underground fuel storage tanks for integrity and compliance with upgrade requirements.
• Verifies antifreeze products have MCC approval.
• Prepares periodic inspection reports and complaint investigation reports.
• Counsels station operators on rules and correction plans.
• Issues Notices of Violation and enforces orders.
• Liaises with multi-agency committees; represents the OCC at meetings.

Skills

Fuel inspection knowledge

Investigation methods

Dispenser calibration

Fuel sampling

Tank systems knowledge

Mathematics & mechanical principles

Education

Petroleum inspection experience

Engineering/Science coursework

Job description

Job Posting Title

Fuel Specialist I

Agency

185 CORPORATION COMMISSION

Supervisory Organization

Corporation Commission

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Annual Salary: $72,956
This position covers the following counties: Comanche, Cotton, Jackson, Stephens, and Tillman. The hired candidate MUST reside within 100 miles of the farthest point of their territory.

Job Description

Basic Purpose

Positions in this job family are involved in the inspection of fuel dispensers and underground fuel storage systems. This includes collecting samples and conducting field tests of petroleum fuel products, verifying required permits and enforcing the rules of the Corporation Commission relating to storage, dispensing and sale of petroleum fuels and related products.

Typical Functions

The functions performed in this job family will vary by level, unit and organization, but may include the following:

• Performs tests and inspections of fuel dispensers to assure accurate measurement.
• Performs field checks of motor fuels for octane rating and obtains fuel samples for laboratory analysis.
• Inspects underground fuel storage tanks to ensure integrity, including adequate corrosion protection and compliance with upgrade requirements.
• Verifies that all antifreeze offered for sale has been approved by the Corporation Commission.
• Prepares periodic reports of station inspections; prepares complaint investigation reports and special reports.
• Counsels station operators concerning interpretation of Corporation Commission rules and recommends plans to correct deficiencies.
• Issues Notices of Violation and enforces Corporation Commission orders.
• Serves as a liaison to multi-agency or government-industry environmental committees, speaking at civic and industry group meetings.

Level Descriptor

This is the entry-level of the job family where employees are assigned duties and responsibilities in a training capacity level and perform a wide range of fuel inspections and tests under the guidance and direction of higher-level inspectors. In this role they will travel to service stations and other outlets to perform tests and inspections of fuel dispensers, obtain fuel samples for analysis, and perform annual inspections of underground storage tanks. This includes responsibility for interpretation and enforcement of state and federal rules and laws.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements for classification at this level consist of two years experience in petroleum inspection analysis, fuel storage system operation, underground or aboveground tank installation, maintenance, wholesale fuel marketing, removal or testing; or 12 hours from an accredited college or university in engineering, natural science, physical science, construction management or industrial safety.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required to perform work at this level include knowledge of state and federal rules governing fuel storage systems; of methods and procedures of investigative work; of inspection and calibration of fuel dispensers; of fuel storage tank systems; of petroleum fuel products sampling and testing methods and techniques; and of basic mathematics and mechanical principles. Ability is required to conduct investigations; to obtain and present evidence, both orally and in writing; to follow oral and written instruction; to analyze technical data regarding fuel storage systems; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others .

Special Requirements

The Oklahoma Corporation Commission has determined that some positions in this job family are safety sensitive as defined by63 O.S. § 427.8.

Additional Job Description

Core work hours for the Oklahoma Corporation Commission are Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.This schedule may require flexibility based on the needs of the agency.

Benefits

As an employee with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, you will enjoy excellent state benefits including:

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.
• A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account.
• A generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan or Deferred Compensation Plan.

Conditions of Employment

• Contingent on a favorable background check
• FLSA Exempt status
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license
• Applicants must reside within 100 miles of the farthest point of their territory or be willing and able to relocate to the area of assignment.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

All employees appointed to state service, whether initial hiring, transferring from one state agency to another state agency, or returning to state service following a break in service will be required to complete a twelve-month trial period in accordance with Civil Service and Human Capital Modernization Rule 260:130-19-30.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.