Materials Handler
Gallup, NM - USA
Job Summary
The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of warehousing required in maintaining storerooms for supplies equipment and materials for the support of the Facilities Management Department. The position is located at the Gallup Indian Medical Center Gallup New Mexico.
A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7 2025 in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
- Responsible for receiving verification distribution storage assembling for issue inventory of supplies equipment and safe operation of forklift and other material handling equipment.
- Insures shipment address is correct and unloads various sizes weights and types of containers off freight including receipt of packages from courier services checks for visible damages; physically verifies count before acknowledging receipt of goods and record information on all incoming shipment.
- Operates a forklift with a capacity of lifting loads weighing 4000 pounds and a reaching heigh of 15 feet skilled in handling the forklift and other material handling equipment.
- Conducts physical inventory of warehouse or storeroom stock items for the purpose of inventory management.
- Insure appropriate documents are established and maintained for all goods received and delivered.
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
On-call hours or standby duty may be required.
Physical Demands: The work involves walking sitting standing reaching and bending in the assessment and treatment of patients.
Incumbent will be utilizing government vehicles and must therefore possess a valid State Operators license.
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Background Investigation Requirement:
This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.
A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.
Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.
Financial Suitability Requirement:
This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.
Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).
Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.
To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
There is no specific length of training or experience required however applicants will be rated on the basis of their responses to the Occupational Questionnaire that you possess the competencies to perform the duties of this position without more than normal supervision and the information contained in their resume.
Physical Effort: The majority of the work requires bending lifting carrying walking standing and frequent stretching reaching and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Must be able to lift and carry supplies materials and equipment that weight up to 70 pounds. Must be able to safely utilize all material handling equipment.
Working Conditions: The majority of work is performed inside the warehouse hospital and clinic settings in storage areas receiving dn shipping dock. Occasionally some work maybe performed outside in good and inclement weather. The work environment involves norma risks and discomforts of office/warehouse operations where it could be hot cold and dusty. Is frequestnly exposed to the possibilities of cuts scrapes and bruises falls from ladders or other material handling equipment. The employee may be required to wear protective clothing gowns or boots when visiting certain areas.
You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.
There are no education requirements.
Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave.
This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit.
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.