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

Technica•White Sands, NM

1d•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, New Mexico. The operator works under the direction of the SRC Lead Operator. The role operates Government-furnished fuel tankers and a semi tractor to transport and dispense MOGAS, diesel, and aviation fuel at SRC, Mine Site, and assigned range delivery locations. It also involves towing fuel pods, fueling aircraft and equipment, monitoring fuel quality and equipment, maintaining accountability records, responding to spills and operational issues, and managing service requests through the Government-provided FUELS SharePoint system. Work is outdoors in desert and range conditions, on a standard Monday-through-Friday schedule. Overtime of 10–15 hours per week may be required based on mission needs.

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.
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.
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 transport and dispense MOGAS, diesel, and aviation fuel at SRC, Mine Site, and assigned range delivery locations.
Tow trailer-mounted 500- and 600-gallon fuel pods for on-site deliveries and generator support, including travel on desert roads, mountain passes, and unpaved range roads.
Fuel and defuel aircraft, fuel bladders, generators, heavy equipment, and vehicles at Government-designated locations, applying grounding and bonding procedures, verifying fuel grade, and segregating 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 testing on aviation fuel and visual inspections and API gravity checks on every receipt; recirculate product daily and immediately report abnormal fuel appearance to the SRC Lead.
Receive incoming fuel loads; measure fuel on receipt and transfer; conduct daily filter-separator checks, drain sumps, monitor differential pressure on tanker and dispensing equipment, and report filters due for replacement to the SRC Lead and maintenance.
Deliver and set up portable storage tanks and drums for field generators; connect tanks to generators and observe grounding and safe-distance requirements.
Record receipts, issues, and transfers using DD Form 1348, DA Form 3643, and related fuel 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 Commander's Critical Information Requirement (CCIR) report.
Notify the SRC Lead when road closures for live missile firings or other WSMR operations affect deliveries, and adjust routes or schedules as directed.
Manage assigned fuel service requests through the Government-provided FUELS SharePoint system and accurately record and maintain all transactions.
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 and support containment and preparation of the same-day written spill report.
Maintain tankers in ready-for-dispatch condition 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.