Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to perform work involved in the identification, examination, classification, acceptance, disposition, receiving, storing, selecting and shipping of War Readiness/ Mobility materials, small arms weapons and Unit Pilot Clothing.
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-6900 Warehousing And Stock Handling 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 the ability to do the work of a MATERIALS EXPEDITER 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. Knowledge of deployment processes and supply procedures in order to locate and expedite critical parts; and technical practices to be able to route, move, assemble, receive, select, and obtain materials. 2. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. 3. Knowledge of war readiness parts and equipment to be able to identify most of the parts, tools, and equipment encountered on several concurrent projects. 4. Ability to carry out work practices such as verifying and correcting routing and ordering documents and keeping things neat, clean, and in order. 5. Ability to read and interpret instructions and production control and supply documents. 6. Ability to route, obtain, and expedite parts, end items, supplies, and materials without more than normal supervision. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Employee regularly handles weights of up to 40 pounds unassisted. Employee occasionally handles weights up to 60 pounds. Material handling devices and assistance of other workers are available for handling especially heavy items. Heavy exertion is frequent. Frequent kneeling, crouching, stooping, and walking are required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Regularly exposed to possible injuries associated with handling equipment. Work is usually performed indoors in well lighted and well-ventilated shop areas. May be exposed to outdoor conditions for short time periods. Regularly exposed to shop noises, dirt, fumes, and vibrations. 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.
Routes and moves parts, assemblies, and other materials into and out of large warehouse facilities, armory and offices. Locates critical items in shops and arranges with schedulers and supervisors to advance processing and production time frames. Receives routed materials, parts, components, and assemblies. Selects parts and materials to be turned into Supply. Obtains necessary information and prepares documents. Temporarily stores items in a holding area until they can be routed to proper destination. Loads and unloads material on pallets, trucks, hand carts, and dollies. Receives requests for parts and materials. Obtains required items from other shops, units and supply points and/or prepares requisitions for items needed to support war readiness work requirements. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit of any required safety equipment and clothing.