Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities & Major Range/Test Facilities in DoD. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer Responsibilities You will assist in fueling and de-fueling tanker trucks, as well as fueling aircraft or Navy combatant ships. You will assist in using various fittings and adapters to establish secure mechanical connections, ensuring the prevention of spills and product loss. You will operate pumps and accessory equipment to load, unload, and transfer fuel through pipelines and hoses, moving fuel to and from storage tanks, tankers, ships, barges, and tank trucks, all under the close guidance of a senior worker. You will record fuel transfers and apply seals to tank trucks. Additionally, you will gauge tanks using a calibrated plumb bob and tape, and document gauge readings, scale readings, and the volumes transferred. You will perform various pier-side duties during fueling and unloading operations of ships, barges, and tankers, including docking assistance, line handling, and hose management. You will perform basic preventative maintenance actions as a member of the quality assurance surveillance team. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for the WG-04 is: the ability to do the work of a Fuel Distribution Systems Operator demonstrated through experience, working under close supervision, performing simple tasks, including manual labor, and following directions to develop your skills through a training program. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: :https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education There is no education requirement or substitution for this position. Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. You will be required to complete the Competency Based Certification (CBC) program for Fuel Distribution Systems Worker (WG-5413-04), including completion of a 40-hour HAZWOPER course and Navy training courses related to operation of cranes, boats and skimmers, and barges. This position requires working outside and will occasionally be exposed to all weather conditions. This position requires driving in all types of traffic and weather is exposed to the possibility of serious injury. The occupational hazards are those directly involved in handling or transporting fuels on station or on commercial highways, in cities, and in restricted areas such as narrow piers and secondary roads. Work may be dirty, dusty, and/or greasy. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.
