Fuel System Mechanic

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain an uncompromising dedication to providing high quality service to all our customers. This is achieved by accomplishing all duties in accordance with established airline and governmental regulations.
• Troubleshoot and repair filters, pumps, valves, tanks, pressure controls, metering and gauging equipment and company vehicles as well as pipeline issues, electrical equipment, motors, switchgear, and lighting.
• Respond to abnormalities or alarms in the airport hydrant system and respond when called by the Fuel Systems Operators to assist where needed.
• Ensures that all work assigned is performed in a timely fashion with quality workmanship.
• Must be able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and checks as required by the Maintenance Department in accordance with the guidelines set forth in ATA Specification 103 and local instructions.
• Assist on special projects, career development and attend training seminars as required by the supervisor and manager.
• Properly manage hazardous materials and hazardous waste and respond to emergency events appropriately.
• Must adhere to local, State, and Federal safety policies, and company rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license.
• Must maintain a complete set of assigned hand tools to perform maintenance tasks.
• Must pass all pre-employment testing including a physical, color vision test, audio test, and drug test. 
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Possess good communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to lift and move valves up to 70 lbs. Must be able to move continuously.  Work requires bending, kneeling, lifting and shoulder movement. 
• Must not be afraid of heights and be physically capable of performing tasks on above ground storage tanks.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Must pass background check and obtain US Custom seal as required.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to comply with local airport, FAA and/or U.S. Customs safety, security, and identification requirements and pass a thorough security background check.
• Work is done primarily outdoors; must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Possess working knowledge of fuel system to adequately perform trouble shooting assignments for safe and efficient completion of assigned work orders.
• High School graduate or equivalent experience and training in Mechanical and Electrical Troubleshooting/Repair
• Experience and understanding of industrial process controls, communication, and automation, particularly those commonly used in the petroleum industry.

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

• $23.00 - $27.00/hour
• Advancement Opportunities to Lead, Supervisor and Manager 
• Paid Health Plans for employee and family  
• Paid Dental Plans for employee and family.  
• Paid Vision Insurance Plan for employee and family  
• Paid Vacation 
• Accident Coverage Plan 
• Critical Illness Coverage Plan 
• Hospital Indemnity Coverage Plan 
• Company Paid Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance $20,000. 
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 
• 401K Savings Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Prepaid Legal Coverage Plan 
• Identity Theft Protection Plan 
• Pet Discount Coverage and Pet Insurance Plan 
• Uniform Provided 

Working Conditions

Exposure to outdoor environments, various inclement weather conditions, aviation related fumes and various noise levels. Acutely aware of safety related procedures. Position requires wearing safety-related equipment, i.e. goggles, gloves, boots, respirator, hearing protection, and back support as necessitated by a specific task.  Position requires lifting, pulling, pushing, rotating, twisting, climbing of high tanks, squatting, kneeling, overhead arm movement.  Must be able to routinely handle weights up to and including 70 lbs.  Exposure to related cleaning and chemical materials (refer to Employee Right-To-Know docume