Fuels Manager

Fuels Manager

Prime Response Inc. (PRI) is seeking a highly experienced Fuels Manager to oversee all ground and aviation fuel operations supporting the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA). This role provides full-time, on-site leadership responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient fuels operations in accordance with Air Force regulations, DLA-Energy requirements, and contract performance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership
• Manage all ground and aviation fuel operations supporting DLA-Energy fuels account (SE5F3S) and FP7000 customer account
• Provide full-time on-site oversight of fuels activities in accordance with Air Force regulations and contractual requirements
• Coordinate daily operations, prioritize workload, and ensure all tasks are completed on time and to customer satisfaction
• Serve as primary liaison with the Government COR and customer stakeholders through the Project Manager
• Compliance & Quality Assurance
• Ensure strict adherence to USAF, OSHA, state of Colorado, environmental, and safety regulations
• Implement and manage the Quality Control Plan and self-inspection program
• Monitor and maintain compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements, including: Fuel sampling compliance (100%) Operational safety compliance (100%) Fuel gain/loss accountability standards
• Lead investigations and corrective actions for any operational discrepancies
• Safety & Environmental Management
• Enforce spill prevention, response, and cleanup procedures
• Oversee Hazardous Waste Accumulation Site (HWAS) compliance and environmental programs
• Maintain readiness to execute Emergency Fuels Support Plan
• Ensure all fueling operations meet safety and environmental standards
• Personnel Management
• Supervise and lead a team of fuels specialists in a military environment
• Conduct performance evaluations, counseling, and development planning
• Manage scheduling, discipline, and labor requirements in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Ensure all personnel maintain required certifications and recurring training
• Fleet & Equipment Oversight
• Oversee maintenance and management of refueling vehicle fleet
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and state vehicle regulations
• Manage vehicle identification link (VIL) key program
• Metrics & Reporting
• Track and report key performance and quality metrics
• Produce monthly reports highlighting workload, compliance, and operational performance
• Identify process improvements and implement corrective actions as needed
• Cost & Resource Management
• Manage labor utilization, PTO usage, and staffing efficiencies
• Provide recommendations for cost control and operational savings

Requirements:

• Required Qualifications
• Minimum 15 years of experience in DoD ground and/or aviation fuels services (Air Force experience preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of experience supervising fuels personnel in a DoD environment
• Demonstrated experience managing fuels operations in a contract environment
• Proven ability to ensure compliance with Air Force and DLA-Energy standards
• Expertise in fuel handling, storage systems, and accounting processes
• Experience with environmental compliance, including hazardous waste management
• Ability to interpret technical guidance and implement maintenance and safety programs
• Preferred Qualifications
• Active Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Hazmat endorsement
• Experience managing Vehicle Identification Link (VIL) key programs
• Experience supporting aviation fueling operations in a military environment
• Additional Requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)
• Ability to obtain required DLA-Energy fuels accounting credentials (minimum NEAC Level III background)
• Ability to meet flight line driving requirements
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding and safety-sensitive environment

Benefits:

• Comprehensive and Competitive Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, paid Federal holidays, health insurance, dental, vision, AD&D, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and 401K.
• PRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.