Fuel Farm Mechanic

Menzies Aviation•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Under the daily supervision of the Maintenance Manager, and with assistance from the Facility Manager as needed, the Fuel Farm Mechanic performs periodic maintenance and inspections on filters, pumps, valves, tanks, pressure controls, metering and gauging equipment, and company vehicles. The role troubleshoots and repairs this equipment as well as pipeline issues, electrical equipment, motors, switch gear, and lighting. The mechanic completes assigned work promptly and with quality workmanship, ensuring services and materials meet or exceed quality standards and contributing to efficient operations while projecting a professional image for Menzies Aviation. The position supports safe, reliable operation of the CLTFUEL system. It involves routine maintenance and checks, accurate completion of work orders, upkeep of inventory and facility maintenance records, and compliance with ATA Specification 103, local instructions, applicable airline and government regulations, and company safety procedures. The mechanic works with coworkers, customers, airline personnel, oil companies, fueling agents, and—when needed—contractors, engineers, and project support. Direct supervision of others is not required.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school graduate and 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 is required.
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers and apply common-sense understanding to detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and standardized problems.
Maintain a valid driver’s license.
Meet local airport, FAA, and/or U.S. Customs safety, security, and identification requirements and pass a thorough security background check.
Must not be afraid of heights and must be physically capable of performing tasks on above-ground storage tanks.
Able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Pass pre-employment drug screening and other pre-employment testing; employees are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Comfortable lifting 70 pounds repetitively.
Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
Available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Maintain a complete set of assigned hand tools for maintenance tasks.

Nice To Haves

PLC experience.
Computer experience.
Electronics experience.
Skills or potential to coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project support.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow CLTFUEL guidelines and procedures, maintaining the system in good mechanical operating condition.
Perform routine maintenance and inspections on filters, pumps, valves, tanks, pressure controls, metering and gauging equipment, company vehicles, and related fuel-facility equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pipeline, electrical, motor, switch gear, and lighting problems that can be resolved in-house.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly checks in accordance with Maintenance Department guidelines, ATA Specification 103, and local instructions.
Complete assigned work orders accurately and in detail, with minimal supervision and within a timely manner.
Maintain inventory and accurate facility maintenance records.
Use assigned hand tools and drive a dual-wheel rear axle truck with a manual transmission and side mirrors as required.
Consult the Maintenance Manager and Facility Manager about unusual situations.
Coordinate with external parties such as contractors, engineers, and project support, including coordination with the Supervisor-Maintenance Programs as needed.
Work professionally with coworkers, the public, oil companies, airlines, into-plane fueling agents, and other contacts.
Follow local, State, and Federal safety policies, company rules, and applicable airline and government regulations; take reasonable care for 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.
Assist with special projects, career development, and training seminars as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.