Job Description

Responsibilities:

The Tank Farm Operator under the guidance of the Quality Assurance/Facility Supervisor will be able to complete assigned tasks and duties to ensure the safe operation of the fuel storage facility's ensuring that all jet fuel received and dispensed from the facility's meets CSA B836, ATA-103 and ASTM Aviation Fuel Quality Control Procedures.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required.

• Must be able to pass the general knowledge test & colour blindness test.
• Must have a good working knowledge and understanding of the fuel facility and hydrant system.
• Must possess and maintain a valid restricted area pass and valid driver license.
• Must be flexible to work all hours/days including nights, weekends and holidays as dictated by operational requirements.
• Knowledge of computers and comfortable in using computerized systems.
• Working knowledge of CSA B836-14, ATA 103 and ASTM Quality Control Procedures and other related specifications.
• Must be able to follow and to adhere to all Swissport policies and procedures as well as those direct by the station.

Duties:

• Receive and dispense fuel from trucks and pipelines.
• Monitor tank levels to ensure a safe and sufficient volume of fuel is always on hand.
• Monitor pressure gauges and flow transmitters to ensure the proper flow of fuel to the hydrant system and other fuel facilities.
• Perform quality control tests of fuel being received and dispensed from the fuel storage facilities.
• Conduct facility inspections and checks (daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual) in accordance with the CSA B836 and ATA-103 standards.
• Coordinates with shippers to ensure all fuel deliveries commence as scheduled.
• Provide relief Vista pipeline leak detection testing when required.
• Maintain loading racks and fuel storage equipment.
• Complete records and inspection forms as instructed by immediate Supervisor.
• Log and report discrepancies observed.
• Clean and maintain the work area.
• Assist with cleanup of fuel spills.
• Be able to climb stairs and work at elevations as well performs all physical requirements.
• Be able to respond to and work in emergency conditions as required.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Be safety conscious and be able to work following safety procedures.
• Complete fuel inventory and data entry functions as required to ensure fuel accounting accuracy.
• Perform and assist mechanics for the repairing and maintenance necessary to prevent functional breakdowns.
• Able to work various shifts, with varying start times as per operational requirements.
• Perform other duties as requested by your immediate Supervisor.

Qualifications

Education &/or Experience:

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Must have ability for high level attention to detail in regard to paperwork, documentation and record keeping.
• Capacity to work effectively and efficiently with limited supervision.
• Able to work under time constraints and a problem solver.

The successful Candidate will be responsible to:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Employment Equity Act to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described herein is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Employment Equity Act to perform the essential functions.

This work is performed outside, and the employee must be able to deal with all types of weather conditions.

The intent of the above job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Swissport as an equal opportunity employer bases its hiring decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions based on any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.

About us
In 2021, Swissport International AG provided best-in-class airport ground services for some 97 million airline passengers (pre-COVID 2019: 265 million) and handled roughly 5.1 million tons of air freight (2019: 4.6 million) at over 120 air cargo centers worldwide. Several of its warehouses have been certified for pharmaceutical logistics by IATA's CEIV Pharma and by the British MHRA. The world's leader in airport ground services and air cargo handling, with currently around 48,000 employees, was active at 287 airports in 45 countries on six continents as of 14 July 2022