Fuel Operations Specialist

Alliance Aviation Services•Fort Worth, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Alliance Texas Fuel Services (ATFS), a subsidiary of Alliance Aviation Services, operates the City of Fort Worth’s above-ground fuel farm at the Fort Worth Maintenance Base. The facility has seven fuel tanks with a combined capacity of just over 200,000 gallons. ATFS transfers aviation Jet-A fuel through an underground hydrant distribution system and operates commercial fuel trucks supporting air carrier activity throughout Alliance Airport. The Fuel Operations Specialist performs aircraft ground handling and fueling operations and supports the day-to-day management of the ATFS fuel farm. Reporting directly to the Director of ATFS, the specialist helps ensure compliance with standards and regulations issued by the City of Fort Worth, Fort Worth Fire Department, NFPA, and ATA 103. The role also supports airport operations and aircraft servicing in coordination with the Fixed Base Operator (FBO), along with additional tasks needed to deliver safe and reliable fuel service.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and complete projects without direct supervision.
Commitment to workplace safety programs, policies, and procedures.
Ability to identify and implement efficiency improvements without compromising safety or standards.
Ability to operate Fuel Management Software to monitor and manage fuel system performance.
Ability to use standard office equipment, including copy and fax machines.
Ability to operate VHF Aircraft Radios.
Skill in operating a wide range of aircraft ground support equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods; frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching are required.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and in high-noise environments around moving aircraft and equipment.
Manual dexterity and physical coordination to operate tools and machinery.
Availability for full-time work of at least 40 hours per week across assigned shifts, including holidays when required.
Ability to work additional and overtime hours, including occasional no-notice overtime, and participate in after-hours on-call activity.

Nice To Haves

College coursework or technical training.
Prior experience in fuel farm operations, fuel quality assurance, and basic mechanical systems.
Familiarity with forklift operation and related ground handling equipment.
Hands-on experience operating large commercial aircraft fuel trucks.

Responsibilities

Keep the fuel farm fully operational and prepared for customer activity.
Complete daily checklists and required documentation during assigned shifts.
Order, track, and manage Jet-A fuel inventory accurately.
Maintain compliance with ATA 103 guidelines, NFPA 407 safety protocols, and MIL-STD-1548H operational standards.
Clean, inspect, and maintain ground handling equipment and support vehicles.
Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of fuel trucks.
Attend scheduled company meetings, trainings, and safety briefings.
Assist with aircraft cargo loading and unloading as needed.
Support FBO operations during peak activity periods and special aviation events.
Coordinate fueling, aircraft ground handling, and related airport operations.
Participate in the on-call policy and respond to calls in a timely manner when needed.