Fuel Farm Mechanic

Menzies Aviation Careers•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Under the daily supervision of the Maintenance Manager, with assistance from the Facility Manager as needed, the Fuel Farm Mechanic performs maintenance and inspections on fuel-facility equipment and company vehicles. The role diagnoses and repairs mechanical, electrical, pipeline, and related equipment issues, completing assigned work accurately, promptly, and to established quality standards. The mechanic follows CLTFUEL procedures and applicable airline, government, and safety requirements, helping maintain safe and efficient operations and a professional image for Menzies Aviation and its customers. The position requires routine checks and work orders, accurate maintenance records and inventory, and the ability to troubleshoot fuel systems with minimal supervision. The mechanic works alongside other employees and may interact with airline management, oil companies, into-plane fueling agents, contractors, engineers, and project-support personnel. Direct supervision of others is not required. The role involves maintaining assigned hand tools, attending required training, assisting with special projects, and completing other duties as assigned. Employees are responsible for taking reasonable care of their own and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing, following workplace procedures, and reporting deficiencies or suggesting improvements, especially those involving safety and security. The company prohibits substance misuse and conducts regular testing. The role requires work in all weather conditions, at heights and on above-ground storage tanks, and lifting 70 pounds repetitively. It also requires driving a dual-wheel rear-axle truck with a manual transmission and side mirrors, and availability for variable shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school graduate with three years of equivalent experience and training in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repair.
Experience and understanding of industrial process controls, communication, and automation, particularly those commonly used in the petroleum industry.
Electrical experience required.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Comply with local airport, FAA, and/or U.S. Customs safety, security, and identification requirements and pass a thorough security background check.
Pass pre-employment drug screening and all pre-employment testing; employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Perform arithmetic using whole numbers, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure.
Apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Be comfortable lifting 70 pounds repetitively and working in all weather conditions.
Be unafraid of heights and physically capable of performing tasks on above-ground storage tanks.
Be available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Drive a dual-wheel rear-axle truck with a manual transmission and side mirrors.

Nice To Haves

PLC and computer experience.
Electronics experience.
Additional skills or potential capabilities coordinating with contractors, engineers, and project-support personnel.

Responsibilities

Perform periodic maintenance and inspections on filters, pumps, valves, tanks, pressure controls, metering and gauging equipment, and company vehicles.
Troubleshoot and repair fuel-facility equipment, pipeline issues, electrical equipment, motors, switch gear, and lighting.
Complete assigned work accurately, promptly, and with quality workmanship, following CLTFUEL procedures and applicable standards.
Perform required daily, weekly, and monthly checks in accordance with ATA Specification 103 and local instructions.
Complete assigned work orders in detail and maintain accurate facility maintenance records and inventory.
Diagnose mechanical problems and resolve those that can be addressed in-house; perform troubleshooting assignments for safe and efficient completion of work orders.
Maintain an assigned set of hand tools for maintenance tasks.
Consult the Maintenance Manager and Facility Manager about unusual situations.
Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project-support personnel, working with the Supervisor-Maintenance Programs.
Assist with special projects and career development, and attend training seminars as required.
Follow local, state, and federal safety policies, company rules, and applicable airline and government regulations.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing; report significant deficiencies in products, materials, or documents and suggest improvements to work practices, especially those related to safety and security.
Project a professional image and maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned.