Fuel Distribution System Operator Lead, Stallion Ranger Center/White Sands, NM

Technica•White Sands, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Technica LLC is recruiting a Fuel Distribution System Operator Lead for a government contract at Stallion Range Center (SRC), White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. SRC is a remote forward operating location approximately 119 miles from WSMR Main Post, near Socorro, New Mexico. The position receives a lead differential and serves as the on-site point of contact for fuel operations at the SRC node. The Lead directs daily fuel distribution work at SRC, coordinates delivery priorities and routes with the Fuel Distribution Supervisor, and operates Government-furnished tankers and related equipment to deliver and dispense MOGAS, diesel, and aviation fuel. The role also performs fueling and defueling at Government-designated locations, including the SRC airstrip and Mine Site, and is responsible for fuel quality checks, accountability records, vehicle inspections, and compliance with safety, environmental, and transportation requirements. The schedule is standard Monday through Friday. Overtime of 10–15 hours per week may be required based on mission needs. The position requires physically demanding outdoor work in extreme New Mexico desert conditions and independent work at a geographically separated location with limited day-to-day supervision.

Requirements

At least 2–3 years of experience operating heavy fuel tankers or similar commercial fuel distribution vehicles.
Demonstrated experience leading or directing a small team at a field or remote site.
Valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle and Hazardous Materials endorsements.
Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate under 49 CFR 391, maintained throughout employment.
Driving record meeting 49 CFR 391 driver qualification standards.
Working knowledge of fuel handling, storage, and dispensing safety procedures.
Ability to work independently at a geographically separated location with limited day-to-day supervision.
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for more than 3 years for CAC/NACI eligibility.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Subject to random drug and alcohol testing under DOT 49 CFR Part 382 and the contract drug-free workplace program.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in extreme New Mexico desert conditions.

Nice To Haves

Prior military service as a 92F (Petroleum Supply Specialist) or 88M (Motor Transport Operator), ideally with experience as a team leader or senior operator at a forward site.
Experience completing Army fuel accountability documentation, including DD 1348 and DA 3643.
Prior experience at Stallion Range Center or similar remote Army test or training range sites.
Familiarity with Army petroleum doctrine, including AR 703-2, ATP 4-43, and MIL-STD-3004, and the FUELS SharePoint tracking system.

Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site working lead for fuel distribution operations at Stallion Range Center.
Provide daily work direction to the SRC Operator, assign delivery tasks, and ensure mission continuity at the remote site.
Act as the primary SRC point of contact for the Fuel Distribution Supervisor; report daily operational status, equipment issues, and schedule changes.
Coordinate daily delivery priorities and route assignments with the Supervisor for SRC, Mine Site, and other assigned range delivery points.
Operate Government-furnished fuel tankers, including 3,000-gallon tankers, a 2,500-gallon HEMTT tanker, a 1,200-gallon tanker, and a semi tractor, to transport and dispense MOGAS, diesel, and aviation fuel.
Tow trailer-mounted 500- and 600-gallon fuel pods for SRC deliveries and generator support.
Fuel and defuel aircraft, fuel bladders, generators, heavy equipment, and vehicles at Government-designated SRC and Mine Site locations, including the SRC airstrip.
Perform grounding and bonding, verify fuel grade, and segregate off-specification fuel recovered during defueling.
Observe and enforce the prohibition on hot refueling at WSMR.
Take temperature readings and apply correction factors to record quantities delivered; draw fuel samples in accordance with MIL-STD-3004 and prepare them for laboratory submission.
Perform and ensure daily Aqua-Glow testing of aviation fuel, daily filter-separator checks, and visual inspection and API gravity checks for every receipt.
Recirculate product daily and promptly report abnormal fuel appearance to the Supervisor.
Maintain fuel accountability for the SRC node by recording receipts, issues, and transfers using DD Form 1348, DA Form 3643, and related documentation; reconcile daily transactions and submit records to the Supervisor.
Assist the Supervisor with rescheduling SRC delivery work when access roads close for live missile firings or other WSMR military operations.
Identify and report equipment deficiencies, supply shortfalls, and operational discrepancies at SRC.
Ensure the SRC Operator follows safety and environmental procedures.
Immediately report fuel spills to the Supervisor, direct initial containment at SRC, and support the same-day written spill report.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete driver vehicle inspection reports when defects are found, in accordance with 49 CFR 396.
Comply with FMCSA hours-of-service limits under 49 CFR 395 and maintain required records of duty status.