HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HANDLER

Duties

• You will determine if containers of hazardous waste received are safely and properly packaged per Department of Transportation regulations.
• You will assist the Hazardous Waste coordinator with inventory control, review of the Authorized Use List and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets.
• You will accept recyclable property after inspection, ensuring the documentation is in order and that containers are in proper condition and properly identified.
• You will carry out various assignments for operation of the oil pollution abatement program i.e. skimming equipment, potable pumps, pump truck (which has a gross vehicle weight of between 26,000 and 32,000 pounds), containment booms and motor boats.
• You will use equipment in loading and transporting of materials in containers or in bulk.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Must be able to work at a rapid pace for sustained periods of time and be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. unaided or by using material handling equipment.
• Must continually lift, move and otherwise handle up to 85 gallon drums and large pieces of metal.
• Must be licensed and able to operate motor vehicles (GVW not greater than 32,000 lbs.) Capable of hauling two tons of waste.
• Be able to operate a fork lift truck capable of lifting six tons.
• Various licenses and certifications associated with the described work may be required by local, state or Federal authority.
• Good overall health, stamina and upper body strength are required.
• There is a risk of cuts, bruises, and other injuries from working in a warehouse environment and various field sites.
• He or she is exposed to variety of toxic and corrosive vapors, liquids, and powders.
• Works outside under varying conditions including bad weather. Outside work frequently involves very uncomfortable heat, humidity and hot sun.
• Work requires frequent kneeling, stooping, bending, arid working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision: Determine if containers of hazardous waste are up to safety regulation and storage requirements with inspections, gather data for state and pollution prevention reports, and act as part of the spill response team.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: .

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.