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

Technica LLC•White Sands, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Technica LLC seeks a Fuel Distribution System Operator 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, NM. The operator works under the direction of the SRC Lead Operator and operates Government-furnished fuel vehicles and equipment to transport and dispense MOGAS, diesel, and aviation fuel at SRC, Mine Site, and assigned range delivery locations. The position performs fueling and defueling for aircraft, fuel bladders, generators, heavy equipment, and vehicles; conducts required fuel quality checks and sampling; receives, measures, and documents fuel; and supports safe field-generator fueling setups. The operator maintains accurate fuel accountability, service-request, delivery, and vehicle records, and maintains tanker readiness through operator-level preventive maintenance and inspections. The role requires compliance with applicable fuel-handling, transportation, hours-of-service, and safety requirements. Hot refueling is strictly prohibited at WSMR. This role follows a standard Monday-through-Friday schedule. Overtime of 10–15 hours per week may be required based on mission needs. The work is performed at a remote range location and involves outdoor work in extreme New Mexico desert conditions, including heat, dust, rain, and rough terrain.

Requirements

At least 1–2 years of experience operating heavy fuel tankers, commercial trucks, or military fuel distribution vehicles.
Valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle and Hazardous Materials endorsements.
Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate under 49 CFR 391 and ability to maintain medical qualification throughout employment.
Driving record that meets 49 CFR 391 driver qualification standards.
Working knowledge of fuel handling, storage, and dispensing safety procedures.
Ability to work effectively at a remote forward site under the direction of the SRC Lead.
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.
Ability to 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.
Valid state driver's license.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in extreme New Mexico desert conditions, including heat, dust, rain, and rough terrain.

Nice To Haves

Prior military service as a 92F (Petroleum Supply Specialist) or 88M (Motor Transport Operator), or equivalent civilian fuel distribution experience.
Experience completing Army fuel accountability documentation, including DD 1348 and DA 3643.
Prior experience at Stallion Range Center, McGregor Range, 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.

Responsibilities

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 haul and dispense MOGAS, diesel, and aviation fuel at SRC, Mine Site, and assigned range locations.
Tow trailer-mounted 500- and 600-gallon fuel pods for SRC deliveries and generator support, including travel over desert roads, mountain passes, and unpaved range roads.
Fuel and defuel aircraft, fuel bladders, generators, heavy equipment, and vehicles at Government-designated locations; perform grounding and bonding, verify fuel grade, and segregate off-specification fuel recovered during defueling.
Observe the prohibition on hot refueling at WSMR; do not conduct hot refueling under any circumstances.
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 daily Aqua-Glow tests on aviation fuel and visual inspection and API gravity checks on every receipt; recirculate product daily and immediately report abnormal fuel appearance to the SRC Lead.
Receive incoming fuel loads and measure fuel on receipt and transfer; perform daily filter-separator checks, drain sumps, monitor differential pressure, and report filters due for replacement to the SRC Lead and maintenance.
Deliver and set up portable storage tanks and drums for field generators, make tank-to-generator line connections, and observe grounding and safe-distance requirements.
Record fuel receipts, issues, and transfers using DD Form 1348, DA Form 3643, and related accountability forms; submit daily records to the SRC Lead.
Immediately report significant operational events, fuel quality issues, and incidents to the SRC Lead and provide information needed for a CCIR report; communicate road closures affecting deliveries and adjust routes or schedules as directed.
Manage assigned fuel service requests through the Government-provided FUELS SharePoint system and ensure transactions are accurately recorded and maintained.
Maintain trip tickets and records of mileage, fuel consumed, and gallons delivered; obtain required customer signatures for each delivery.
Identify and document vehicle or equipment deficiencies before, during, and after fueling operations and report findings to the SRC Lead.
Immediately report fuel spills to the SRC Lead, support containment, and assist with the same-day written spill report.
Maintain tanker readiness for dispatch and perform operator-level PMCS.
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.