Fuel Distribution System Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator) (Direct Hire Authority)

Summary Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: Red River Army Depot (RRAD) is located in northeast Texas, 19 miles west of Texarkana and approximately 170 miles northeast of Dallas. RRAD is near the corners of 4 states – Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. For more information on Red River Army Depot, go to the following web site: www.redriver.army.mil Responsibilities Perform Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services, (PMCS) on transfer and mainline pumps. Operate fuel tanker truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 33,000 pounds to deliver bulk fuel. Compile monthly reports using systems such as Monthly Bulk Petroleum Accounting System (MBPAS), Fuels Automated System (FAS) and Automatic Gaging System (AGS). Observe fuel samples from commercial tank trucks to determine the grade of fuel. Adhere to strict quality control program by correctly identifying petroleum products. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Fuel Distribution System Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator) (Direct Hire Authority) ~ without more than normal supervision. I can operate fuel tanker truck with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 33,000 pounds to deliver bulk fuel, utilizing gage stick and/or tape and bob method to measure levels of fuel for physical inventory, and compiling monthly reports using systems such as Monthly Bulk Petroleum Accounting System (MBPAS), Fuels Automated System (FAS) and Automatic Gaging System (AGS). – Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Efforts-Work requires considerable standing, walking, bending, working in awkward conditions, and climbing on tanks and heavy mobile equipment. Exerts light to moderate physical effort while performing operations such as connecting hoses, opening valves, and constructing pipe. May be required to work at a rapid pace for long periods of time. Frequently lifts and carry supplies materials, and equipment that weigh over 70 pounds. Moderate physical effort is used in operating hand and foot controls on the forklift. Working Conditions- Much of the work is done outside in all kinds of weather, around moving parts and vehicles. There is some danger of fire, exposure to toxic fumes, excessive noise, vibration, and falls from the top of vehicles. Tanks, pumps, and bulk storage containers are equipped with hoses that collect fumes before they escape into the air. Work is performed in areas that are hot, cold, damp, drafty, or poorly lighted. Work may be dirty, dusty, and greasy. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, injury from falling objects, collisions, shifting loads, and overturning. Education Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.