Fuel Technician

Fuel Technician

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Seattle Office 071,024-32 - Seattle, WA 98168

Overview

Salary Range $26.00 - $34.00 Hourly

Description

SCOPE:

A person who will be primarily working in a commercial and industrial setting while repairing fuel and oil pumps and equipment. This job will also include the installation of petroleum pipe and tube in a small setting, fitting out fuel tanks and installing fuel monitoring systems. Working in groups to complete tasks on multiple levels, you will be asked to learn about a variety of systems and lead others around you to complete those tasks. Contact with chemicals and heavy equipment will be a daily occurrence so safety is our number one concern. Construction knowledge is welcomed and teaching what you know is encouraged.

SIGNIFICANT ACTIVITIES & DELIVERABLES

• Fuel system repair will consist of gas station dispensers, card readers, sump work, underground tanks and Point of Sale (POS) Systems. Diagnosing issues with sites and completing maintenance check lists.
• Commercial Fuel systems will focus on above ground tanks and mechanical equipment such as fuel hoses, swivels, nozzles and filters. All fuel equipment must be diagnosed before ordering parts for repair. This position requires the use of a crane truck and demands strict guidelines to be followed to remain safe.
• Lubrication equipment will consist of installing and repairing above ground tanks, pumps, reels and hydraulic tubing. Lubrication dispensing pumps will be repaired on site or in the shop using repair kits and parts.
• Lube systems will be installed in vehicle and equipment maintenance shops using hydraulic tubing and hoses. Using basket lifts potentially to the height of 30' to anchor and install plumbing will be a requirement. Air systems will include installing a compressor, plumbing air to multiple reel locations and hose outlets as well as plumbing to large machines.
• Fuel monitors are installed into above ground and below ground tanks and will need to be replaced or repaired on a daily occurrence. This requires wrenching and initializing communication via applications on your phone.
• Plumbing equipment by the use of threading pipe or compression fittings will be a daily task.
• Handling chemicals such as diesel, gasoline, degreasers, diesel additives and petroleum blends that will need to be disposed of.
• Also any other duties that may arise will be addressed by this position.

LEADERSHIP & TEAM REACH

Being a family owned business and the community that they inspire has allowed this company to be one of the fastest growing petroleum businesses in Washington. With the idea that it takes a community to build someone up, Christensen has recruited some of the brightest minds to help the group drive forward. This is what we hope to find in a fuel tech. A member of this organization that can communicate and connect with the other members and solve the issue, fill the gap, fix the problem and make it better. We are looking for applicants that possess the following:

• Work with the service team, service needs are handled with an emphasis in customer service
• Remain open to restructuring as the demands of the business unit and company change
• Complying with company safety policies & procedures
• Working well in group settings
• Individual problem solving
• Self-Starter and often self-supervised
• Takes ownership of projects and initiatives
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Qualifications

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Some Qualifications for a Tech will be as follows:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Pass a drug screen

Desired skills a tech may have or will be capable of learning on the job.

• Thread Pipe
• Operate a forklift
• Operate a 26000lb vehicle with a trailer
• Operate a crane
• Accurately Document and Communicate Repairs
• Diagnose issues with fuel equipment
• Complete checklists of inspections
• Efficient mind set-i.e. walk less, touch less

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift minimum of 50 pounds multiple times per day
• Wear required personal protective equipment per job
• Stand for multiple hours at a time
• Work around hazardous materials
• Work in all weather conditions

Christensen, Inc.