Materials Examiner and Identifier

Summary About the position: This position will be assigned to Civil Engineering on Nellis AFB, Nevada. Flexible employees have no guaranteed hours, but may work up to 40 hours per week. This position does not offer benefits. Must be physically able to frequently lift and carry medium to heavy objects up to 40 pounds and be able to occasionally lift and carry objects up to 50lbs. Work is performed both inside a warehouse and in surrounding storage areas subject to a variety of weather conditions. Duties Collects, receives, identifies, sorts, and moves material to the baler, ensuring the material is correct to process. Ensures that all customers who turn-in recyclables sign in the log book maintained in the recycling center to track activities and reporting. Operates both a forklift capable of lifting up to 6,000 pounds and a baler. Maintains the vehicle logbook and equipment as required. Required to drive a pick-up truck used occasionally throughout the base to collect recycle material from operating units on the base. Examines, processes, and classifies a limited variety of common, easily recognized materials. Responsible for the safe and proper operation of the equipment, machinery, vehicle, and tools used and for observing all required operating and safety criteria in regard to the operation and use of these items. Ensure that supplies and equipment are safeguarded and secure at all times and that ample supplies are on hand to avoid work stoppage. Assist and provide necessary information for the Pollution, Prevention/Compliance subcommittee meeting on a quarterly basis. Examines processes, and classifies a limited variety of common, easily recognized materials. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12840731 Requirements Conditions of employment To be considered for this position, the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years and must reside in/around the area as noted in the Job Opportunity Announcement. This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results. This position has physical requirements which require the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess a valid state drivers license. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess a valid Forklift Certification. Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/12/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Experience and training that provide the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the duties of the position consistent with the accepted practices of the trade. This includes using and maintaining tools and equipment, being able to read, understand and apply instructions and other requirements related the job. Must be able to drive and operate forklifts. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution. Additional information U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement. Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire. This position requires the incumbent to be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct deposit is required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. A probationary period may be required. Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD). Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement. Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force. This position is included in a bargaining unit. Union Name AFGE and Local or Chapter Name 1199. Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits