Quality Control Technician (Fuel Farm)

This position is outdoors at a Fuel Farm Facility located at Bradley International Airport

Tech savvy people are encouraged to apply. Pay Rate is $22.00 / HR 

responsible for sampling and testing products for quality control, and performing inspections and basic maintenance on facilities,

Main accountabilities include:  

• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical reports and preventative maintenance of equipment at fuel storage facilities/systems
• Performs routine and periodic inspections in compliance with company, customer, government, and industry standards
• Monitors storage tanks and related equipment to ensure that they are in good working order to prevent spills, releases, overfills and product contamination
• Conducts all work in a safe fashion by adhering to all company, customer, industry, local, state, and federal safe work policies/procedures
• Makes required log entries of fuel transactions, quality control, and maintenance
• Comply with the station’s attendance/tardiness standards
• Assures adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned                         

Safety, Security and Compliance

All employees have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to:

• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions whilst at work.
• Fully versed in International Aviation Safety and Security standards and passionate about promoting them within the organization.
• Co-operate with their manager / supervisor to allow them to perform or comply with any legal requirements imposed on the company.
• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided by the company in the interests of health, safety, or welfare reasons.
• Inform their manager / supervisor of any work situation, equipment or activity that represents a serious or immediate danger to health and safety.
• Report any hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, or dangerous occurrences to their manager / supervisor, who will then follow the procedures contained in this manual.
• Carry out work in accordance with information and training provided and any specific workplace health and safety rules or procedures.
• Fully understand the company health and safety policy.
• Attend training courses as may be arranged by the Company.

Qualifications and Experience

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or twelve (12) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior experience preferred including possession of a Commercial Driver’s License or experience in the Oil and Gas Industry (preferred)
• Ability to perform basic math calculations
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Able to read and understand Hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical reports.
• Must be able to perform preventative maintenance of equipment to include minor pump and valve repairs, pump oil changes, pump greasing and miscellaneous maintenance work.
• Must be computer literate
• Work is done primarily outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Must possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license
• Must pass all pre-employment testing including a color vision test, and a drug test
• Must pass background check and obtain US Customs seal
• Able to handle fueling carts and fueling hoses which will require you to lift and move up to 70lbs

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to build relationships

Benefits

• $20.00/hour
• Advancement Opportunities to Lead and Supervisor
• Health, Dental, Vision, 401k
• Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Training
• Uniform Provided

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to