STL Fuel Facilities Operator

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”  

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.   

Job Summary 

Our facilities are staffed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year, including all holidays, regardless of weather conditions. Operators of fuel facilities are responsible for the operation, inspection, minor maintenance and general housekeeping of various fuel infrastructure around the airport.  Operators also manually handle fuel for testing purposes in accordance with applicable directives and are tasked with having attention to detail when documenting forms associated with facility and equipment inspections, fuel analysis, etc.  Additionally, the Fuel Facilities Operator must always place a high emphasis on safety while complying with Swissport’s polices on safety.

The expected pay rate will be $23.98/hour. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays. 

Your activities

• Receiving petroleum products into fuel facilities via multiple delivery modes which include pipeline and tanker trucks
• Operating / monitoring equipment used to receive, store and issue petroleum products
• Quality control of fuel IAW applicable directives
• Quality control of facilities / infrastructure IAW applicable directives
• Occasionally assisting mechanics with minor repairs of facilities / equipment
• Upkeep / cleaning of facilities
• Completing / updating records and forms accurately
• Operating / monitoring automated fueling systems (Human Machine Interface - HMI)  
• Clearly and accurately communicating information to supervision, management, customers, etc.
• Assisting with fuel spill cleanup, as required
• Operating fuel sampling / testing equipment
• Operating / inspecting vehicles including general purpose and vacuum trucks
• Abiding by all company policies, which include those policies directed by station-level management  

Your profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Good verbal and oral communication skills
• Must be able to pass the Tank Farm Operator math skills test, color blindness test
• Must have complete knowledge and understanding of the fuel facility and hydrant system
• Be able to climb stairs and work at elevations as well as perform physical requirements
• Be able to respond to and work in emergency conditions as required
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Willing to work flexible working hours

What we offer 

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. 

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!