Fuel System Specialist

City of Tucson

3d•$27 - $40

About The Position

The Fuel System Specialist for the City of Tucson’s General Services Department conducts inspections, preventative maintenance, and monitoring of liquid fuel stations, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) processing facilities, and related equipment. The position maintains records of fuel-system maintenance and coordinates repairs, installations, and diagnostic work with vendors, contractors, regulators, and other City departments. The role works under the supervision of the Plumbing & Fuel Systems Supervisor and does not supervise other employees. The specialist maintains and repairs equipment associated with liquid fuels, oils, CNG, air compressors, and related systems. The position also manages inspection and maintenance schedules, tracks fuel use and inventory, maintains records and reports, and follows applicable safety requirements. Work may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call duties. The position regularly involves exposure to dirt, grime, chemicals, loud noise, and unfavorable odors. The role is regular, full-time, and non-exempt. Required certifications in CNG operations and maintenance, high-pressure stainless piping installation and repair, and forklift and scissor lift operation must be obtained within 12 months of hire and maintained throughout employment. Training is provided and required as a condition of passing probation.

Requirements

Six months of post-high-school education, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Three years of relevant, directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver License.
Successfully complete a basic physical, Hepatitis B vaccine/titer requirement, and 75-pound lift test.
Obtain and maintain Certified Natural Gas (CNG) Operation and Maintenance certification within 12 months of hire.
Obtain and maintain Installation, Maintenance, and Repair of High-Pressure Stainless Piping certification within 12 months of hire.
Obtain and maintain Forklift and Scissor Lift certification within 12 months of hire.
Complete the required certification training within 12 months of hire and as a condition of passing probation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with and training in compressors, fuels, and Swagelok stainless steel piping.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance on fuel, oil, CNG, and air-related equipment.
Conduct routine inspections of fuel systems and equipment and record the outcomes.
Monitor CNG equipment and run diagnostics to identify system failures.
Manage inspection and preventative maintenance schedules to support compliance with EPA regulations and eligibility for FTA grants.
Follow safety policies and procedures established by federal, state, local, and City of Tucson requirements.
Inspect, repair, and replace components on City equipment related to liquid fuels, oils, CNG, air compressors, valves, controls, fuel hoses, fuel nozzles, card readers, and related equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment.
Order and purchase materials for asset replacements and repairs on assigned projects.
Maintain records, reports, and inventory by reviewing and updating maintenance and delivery reports, downloading meter readings, and reconciling fuel usage.
Reconcile procurement card invoices, enter labor charges, and enter related data in multiple ERP systems.
Respond to inquiries about maintenance tasks and projects by phone, email, and in-person site visits.
Attend City, safety, department, and unit meetings, as well as required training related to safe use of tools and equipment.
Keep assigned vehicles and workspaces clean and organized and inspect tool inventory.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and disability coverage.
Flexible spending account (FSA) coverage.
Pension plan, plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
38 paid days off during the first year for new hires, with paid time off increasing in subsequent years.
Twelve weeks of paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Student loan repayment.
Off-the-job and on-the-job training.
Employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.