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Fuel Maintenance Technician

Tidewater, Inc

Jun 27
Secret
Early Career (2+ yrs experience)
$80,000 - $90,000
75%
Engineering - Systems
Elkridge, MD (On/Off-Site)

Our team supports fuel management preventative maintenanace services, engineering and design, repair and installations of fuel systems for DoS Posts worldwide. Currently, we have a backlog of PMSC's that we need assistance completing. We are open to hiring a W2 to support consistent operations, or hiring someone as 1099, to provide occasional support to get these obligations completed within the period of performance (or someone in between). Locations include countries throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, Central and South America. Trips estimated from 3-4 days (w/o travel) per Post; 1-3 times per month depending on schedule.

The Fuel Maintenance/Engineering Technician will be responsible for the ongoing maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of fuel systems at American Embassy locations; all travel is international. This role includes preventative maintenance and inspections on a variety of fuel-related systems and components, including fuel pumps, storage tanks (USTs / ASTs), transfer systems, dispensers, fuel polishers, and associated control and monitoring systems or equipment. The Technician will follow all safety protocols, ensure the readiness and efficiency of the fuel management system during inspections and visits, and report on system status via a job completion report.

General duties include:

Maintenance & Inspection:
-Perform routine maintenance and annual inspections of fuel systems, including but not limited to fuel storage tanks (both above and below ground), fuel pumps, dispensers, fuel polishers, transfer systems, and control panels.
-Ensure all components meet manufacturer specifications and operational standards, or identify/report discrepancies and operational issues.
-Troubleshoot and repair any MINOR discrepancies, malfunctions, or failures in the fuel systems.
-Inspect, clean, calibrate, and replace parts as necessary, including floats, level sensors, valves, filters, and pressure regulators.
-Test fuel quality, monitor system pressures, and adjust settings as needed.

Reporting & Documentation:
-Complete trip completion report for each inspections w/ provided template to include maintenance activities, notable observations, recommended or required parts/equipment to have on hand, any discrepancies found in the systems or equipment, and documented w/ photographs.
-Aid w/ development of Bill of Materials (BOM) for repair parts needed, including part numbers, quantities, costs, and lead times, as applicable.
-Maintain an accurate log of all maintenance activities using provided PM checklist.
-Support proposal development for related efforts, when demobilized.

Remote Support:
-Provide remote assistance within 24 hours for fuel system failures or support needs to Post when contacted by Post personnel.
-Assist with troubleshooting and immediate corrective actions during critical system breakdowns, when possible.

Safety & Compliance:
-Adhere to all safety guidelines, using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring safe work conditions.
-Conduct work in compliance with safety procedures, including lockout/tagout protocols, confined space entry regulations, and electrical safety guidelines.
-Report all safety incidents or near misses to the COR and assist in investigations as necessary.
-Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all equipment and systems.

Fuel System Components typically inspected:
-Fuel Storage Tanks (Day Tanks & USTs & ASTs):
-Fuel Pumps & Dispensers
-Tank Monitoring Systems
-Control Systems & Panels
-Fuel Polishing & Filtration Systems
-Inventory & Material Management

**No education minimum, though HS-D preferred.
**Required experience performing maintenance on USTs, ASTs, day tanks, and fuel systems equipment, preferably with commercial or government fuel systems and equipment.
**Preferred experience with (frequent) international travel.
**Required to have a valid US passport.
**Preferred experience with any of the following fuel equipment brands:

Pneumercator
Phillips Fuel Systems
RCI Technologies
Franklin Fueling Systems
Bennett Dispensing Systems
iCON (iCONTAINMENT SOLUTIONS)
SmartFill
Fuel Master
Veeder Root / Red Jacket
Fluid Mangement Technology (FMT)

IF INTERESTED, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TO JEN GOLDSTEIN (jennifer.goldstein@tideh2o.net).
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