HAZARDOUS CARGO SHIPMENT INSPECTOR (FORK LIFT OPERATOR

Duties

• Receives and inspects all hazardous cargo for air/surface shipments arriving for proper packaging and certification.
• Certifies in-transit and originating hazardous cargo shipments JAW appropriate instructions and regulations when required. Inputs cargo documentation information into Global Air Transportation Execution System (GATES) computer via Cathode Ray Tube (CRT).
• Performs duties and operates equipment in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures, and complying with established safety rules and regulations. Operates forklifts and automated Materials Handling Equipment (MHE), Forklifts 4K/6K/1 OK and general purpose vehicles. Maneuvers forklifts in confined areas. Palletizes and restrains cargo on 463L pallets.
• Handles all types of hazardous and special handling cargo to include Whole Blood, Human Remains, Explosives, Food-stuffs, Fresh Produce (refrigerated and non-refrigerated, Registered Mail, Customs shipments, high priority (999, FSS, AMC MICAPS, Green sheet, Life or Death), signature service and security cargo, and Military trained working dogs and their handlers. Loads/Unloads aircraft with highly visible/valuable cargo shipments and ensures priority, critical, and special handling cargo shipments are expedited. Provides security for controlled area.
• Provides OJT and technical training assistance to military, civilian, and Air Rescue Component personnel in hazardous materials qualification and/or upgrade training. Supports management and local directives.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays
• Employee may be required to provide technical guidance to lower-level workers
• Incumbent may be required to work under conditions of heavy physical exertion for extended periods of time. A physical is required
• Must complete required Hazardous Materials Certification Training course for working with hazardous materials and maintain recertification every two years
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968
• An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use
• Incumbent may required to perform other related duties as assigned
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• This position is open to limited with area of considerations to AMC Command-wide

Qualifications

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-7000 Packing And Processing 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 ability to do the work of a WG-7001 HAZARDOUS CARGO SHIPMENT INSPECTOR (FORK LIFT OPERATOR 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:
1. Ability to readily identify and process all categories of cargo to include hazardous cargo (acid, ammunition, explosives, etc) with respect to applying proper crating and packaging techniques, utilize packing materials of appropriate strength and substance to store, protect, and ship cargo safely and ensuring correct marking and labeling.
2. Ability to perform inspections, document findings, and make recommendations for corrective actions to be taken when
necessary. Knowledge ofreinforcement measures such as blocking, bracing, and cushioning items within shipping containers for protection intransit.
3. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
4. Skill in the use of manual or computerized equipment to access regulatory and shipping databases for instructions regarding packing, shipping, and labeling of national and international shipments.
5. Skill and dexterity to safely operate hand lifts, pallet jacks, dollies, and warehouse platform lifts.
6. Skill and dexterity to safely operate forklifts without more than normal supervision.

Physical Effort

Work is performed on hard surfaces and in areas that frequently require incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Requires frequent lifting and carrying of parts, equipment, and packed containers that weigh up to 70 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is typically done inside in well lighted, heated, and ventilated areas, but the incumbent may occasionally work outside. Work is sometimes dusty, dirty, greasy, and poorly lighted. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, or other injuries when using hand tools and equipment. May be exposed to noxious fumes, skin irritants, and flammable chemicals as a result of working with hazards from hazardous cargo.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

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