Ammunition Handler (Fork Lift Operator/Motor Vehicle Operator)

Duties

• Handle ammunition and/or explosives in accordance with established regulations and policies.
• Assist units with preparing live and ammunition residue turn-in documentation.
• Operate gas or diesel powered cargo vehicles to transport ammunition, explosives, special weapons and their components.
• Operate a fork lift to lift and move loads weighing less than 10,000 pounds.
• Operate vehicles in all traffic conditions in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
• Physically handle munitions for movement and in loading and unloading carriers.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is designated Tier 3, Non-Critical Sensitive, Moderate Risk and requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance Level as a condition of employment.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work .
• This position requires the employee must obtain and maintain the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) "C" within 6 months with airbrakes and HAZMAT endorsement.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis.
• This position is a Testing Drug Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing as a condition of employment.
• This position is exposed to hazardous chemicals and fumes from spills and/or leaks and incumbent may be required to wear protective clothing (e.g., rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, aprons, gloves, etc.).
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment physical examination to ensure the required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• The Lautenberg Act is applicable for this position. Must be able to pass a Criminal History Background Check. Candidates with convictions of misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.
• Incumbent will be required to obtain and maintain a forklift driver's license once on board.
• Obtain and maintain Personnel Reliability Screening and Evaluation. Individual must be properly screened, evaluated, and found suitable by their supervisor using DA Form 7708, AR 190-11, and AR 190-13.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Ammunition Handler (Fork Lift Operator/Motor Vehicle Operator)~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common ammunition and explosive task. I can assist with drawing ammunition and explosive items from an Ammunition Supply Point and deliver items to training area. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)
• Dexterity and Safety
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
• Use of Measuring Instruments

• Physical Effort: Work involves lifting and positioning heavy objects weighing up to 78 pounds, and occasionally, with assistance, handling objects weighing over 79 pounds, while loading or unloading cargo. There is continuous physical activity in reaching, bending, turning or moving feet and legs.
• Working Conditions: Incumbent works in motor pools, ammunition supply points/igloos, ranges and training areas, and enclosed cab of vehicle. There is exposure to all types of weather conditions and all types of traffic where there is a possibility of serious accident. The operator is subject to cuts, bruises and broken bones as a result of accident or when loading and unloading vehicles. Work assignments involve a thorough knowledge of hazardous material handling, and related activities. Incumbent is required to successfully complete a variety of hazardous material classes.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.
• This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.