You will serve as a MATERIALS HANDLER in the STRUCTURAL SHOP, PRODUCTION RESOURCES DEPARTMENT of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.
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: Applying existing regulations and procedures for handling supplies and equipment received, stored, issued, and shipped. Utilizing basic mathematics, including daily use of numbers to store and locate stock. Communicating orally and in writing with co-workers, supervisory personnel, and requesting activities. Operating of material handling equipment including dollies, pallet jacks, hand-operated forklifts, riding forklifts and vehicles up to two tons. Performing general cleaning, policing warehouse and immediate surrounding area. 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: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements and https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-6900 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.
You will perform a full range of tasks including laying out storage space, establishing item and material locations in accordance with supply department regulations.
You will maintain a valid state driver’s license to safely operate large trucks and a forklift.
You will complete SUBSAFE/LEVEL I and Scope of Certification training in order to be qualified to handle all types of material.
You will maintain good housekeeping practices and sanitary conditions.