Department of Defense - Defense Logistics Agency

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a Fuel Distribution System Worker (Title 32) (Permanent), Position Description Number D2711000 and is part of the VA MTC, National Guard.

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Duties

As a Fuel Distribution System Worker (Title 32), WG-5413-10, you will perform the below duties:

1. Receives, stores, transfers, and distributes bulk petroleum products and provides oversight to lower-graded employees. Validates documentation and fuel received from incoming shipments for proper identification of fuel and examines cargo for proper seals, safety regulations, and environment control systems. Connects grounding wire and hoses and activates pumps, valves, and gages during pumping operation. Takes temperature reading, determine American Petroleum Institute (API) gravity, and converts volumes of fuel at standard temperature. Ensures gage, scale, and/or meter readings, amounts of fuel received and issued, and fuel invoices are kept on file. Reports any defects, shortages, or overage in shipments to the supervisor. Performs preventative maintenance checks and services on the fuel distribution system, including lubricating pump bearings, changing strainer filters, and adding anti-algae and other additives to fuels, and obtaining and scheduling required system maintenance tests or repairs. Performs daily visual inspections of fuel facilities to inspect for leaks in storage tanks, surplus fuels, and pollution or fire concerns. Check for proper lighting, fence, and locking systems on a regular basis, as required by Defense Logistics Agency-Energy (DLA-E). To ensure that fuel facilities satisfy minimal criteria, coordinates with the Facility Engineer on necessary safety, fire, and environmental control regulations and procedures. Conducts daily clean-up of storage sites, equipment, and tools. May be appointed as the Responsible Officer per DLA requirements.
2. Accounts for all fuels that are received, stored, and distributed. Performs daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of fuels. Prepares the monthly bulk petroleum account summary in accordance with regulations. Prepares and maintains logs and records to keep track of incoming and outgoing petroleum products, daily fuel requests, and the amount of fuel consumed by each user unit. Calculates the cumulative usage and expense accounting records for each training organization. Provides guidance to the USPFO and unit representatives on fuel allocations, costs, account balances, and availability. Monitors and restricts or prohibits the issuance of fuel to units that have reached their account limits. Prepares and maintains standing operating procedures (SOP's) pertaining to fuel and modifies to local forms as needed. Serves as the physical key keeper for all petroleum supply responsibilities, including service stations. Prepares and updates the petroleum supply section of the training site's mobilization plan. Analyzes prior fuel consumption records from visiting units to prepare forecast fuel requirements and budget estimations for upcoming fiscal year, to include the information provided by the United States Property and Fiscal Office (USPFO) regarding each national guard unit's monetary allocation. Converts monetary allocations to gallon amounts and schedules fuel orders through a negotiated contract with vendors who provides delivery that are scheduled to ensure adequate stock level is available when needed.
3. Draws fuel samples for testing. Submits packaged lubricant samples for laboratory analysis on a regular basis. Mixes or directs the mixing of fuels to increase flashpoint or purity level based on scientific results. Performs additional test for laboratory analysis to assess operating conditions such as filter condition.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• This position is ineligible for inclusion in A bargaining unit.

Qualifications

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume.

WHO CAN APPLY:

GROUP IR - All qualified Male/Female Enlisted Members (E4/SPC - E7/SFC) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Technician Program with the MTC.

Military Grades: Enlisted Members (E4/SPC- E7/SFC)

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have experience overseeing and performing operations for receiving, storing, transferring, issuing, and accounting for bulk petroleum products.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 18 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the WG-09 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government. This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the WG grade indicated. This experience must include activities such as:

1. Receiving, storing, transferring, and distributing bulk petroleum products.
2. Accounting for all fuels that are received, stored, and distributed.
3. Drawing fuel samples for testing.
4. Providing oversight to lower-graded employees.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

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How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12745949

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

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Agency contact information

VaARNG Tech Jobs HRO

Phone

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Email

ng.va.vaarng.list.ngva-guard-tech-jobs@Army.mil

Address

VA MTC

Bldg 467

Blackstone, VA 23824

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Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

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