HPN - Fuel Farm Technician

Avports; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Disability & life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Avports is seeking an Airport Fuel Farm Technician to join our team at Westchester County Airport on a temporary basis. You will operate and monitor Jet A and 100LL storage and distribution systems, receive fuel deliveries, and dispense fuel to authorized vehicles, helping ensure safe and reliable airport fueling operations.

You should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years in fuel operations or related industrial maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of fuel operations or related experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and airport badge training may be required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor Jet A and 100LL aviation fuel storage and distribution systems.
• Receive fuel deliveries and safely dispense fuel to authorized fueling vehicles.
• Perform fuel-quality checks and maintain accurate inventory and operational records.
• Inspect pumps, tanks, valves, filtration systems, safety equipment, and fuel farm facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Support environmental, spill-prevention, safety, and airport compliance requirements.
• Work alongside airport operations personnel, fueling operators, suppliers, and maintenance contractors.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fuel handling equipment

Job description

Looking for a hands-on role that can help you build a career in the aviation industry? Avports is seeking an Airport Fuel Farm Technician to fill a temporary position to join our team at Westchester County Airport https://airport.westchestercountyny.gov/

This opportunity provides hands-on experience with critical airport infrastructure and exposure to the operational, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements of a busy airport environment. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with mechanical, fueling, petroleum, industrial maintenance, or related experience who wants to expand their skills and grow within airport operations.

What You'll Do

• Operate and monitor Jet A and 100LL aviation fuel storage and distribution systems.
• Receive fuel deliveries and safely dispense fuel to authorized fueling vehicles.
• Perform fuel-quality checks and maintain accurate inventory and operational records.
• Inspect pumps, tanks, valves, filtration systems, safety equipment, and fuel farm facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Support environmental, spill-prevention, safety, and airport compliance requirements.
• Work alongside airport operations personnel, fueling operators, suppliers, and maintenance contractors.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience in fuel operations, aviation fueling, petroleum operations, industrial maintenance, or similar work preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to safety and detail.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet airport security, badging, and training requirements.
• Ability to work a flexible airport schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency assignments as needed.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• retirement benefits
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• disability and life insurance
• professional development opportunities

Joining Avports means becoming part of an experienced airport management and operations company supporting airports across the United States and Caribbean. This role offers an opportunity to develop valuable aviation operations experience while supporting the safe and reliable operation of Westchester County Airport.