Materials Handler (Fork LiftMotor Vehicle Operator)
Job Location:
Palmdale, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Veterans preference does not apply to DHA recruitment.
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The primary purpose of this position is developmental position with known promotion potential to the target position (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Repairer). Incumbent works closely with the supervisor in performing duties identified in the full performance standard core personnel document/core document.
- Responsible for organizing and coordinating an effective receiving/storage operation.
- Performs tasks involved in issuing and shipping items.
- Operates fork lift trucks and automated material handling and identification equipment to move stack and unstack load and unload bin and position material.
- Drives one or more types of trucks such as pickup panel and flatbed trucks which typically have gross vehicle weight of 10000 pounds or less on public roads at highway speeds.
- Maintains records and documents actions.
- Performs material handling duties including the use of tools and other equipment in a safe manner utilizing safety practices and procedures and complying with established safety rules and regulations.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service see
- A security clearance may be required
- If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: incentives may be authorized
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Position may be subject to random drug testing
- Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours to include evenings weekends and/or holidays
- Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
- Employee must maintain current certifications
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
- Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
In order to qualify you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6700 Manufacture and Repair Shop Operation Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
- Ability to Inspect
- Ability to Instruct
- Ability to provide production support service
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
Physical Effort:Works on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing stooping bending and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. May lift and carry weights up to 40 pounds. May handle heavier items with weight lifting equipment or with assistance from other workers.
Working Conditions: Work is done inside and outside in areas that may be hot damp cold drafty or poorly lighted. Employee is regularly exposed to the possibility of cuts scrapes bruises falls from ladders falling material or injury from equipment. May be exposed to dust dirt grease solvents and high noise areas while working in a mechanized work area or radiation toxins explosives hazards or chemical fumes while working in a hazardous materials area. May be required to wear protective clothing such as hard hats steel toed shoes rubber gloves masks and rubber aprons.
This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection.
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This is a Federal Wage Grade (FWS) position WG-06 equivalent to GS-04 to GS-05.
Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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