Administrative Services Technician
Company
Department of the Army - U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command
Location
Portland, Maine
Type
Full Time
Job Description
Summary
About the Position: The Military Entrance Processing Station plays a vital role in maintaining the nation's military might by ensuring that each new member of the Armed Forces: Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Space Force & Coast Guard; meets the high mental, moral & medical standards required by the DoD & the military services. Every MEPS represents state of the art in testing, examining & processing applicants for enlistment into the Armed Forces.
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Duties
Establish plans and programs that ensure comprehensive safety, physical security, and environmental compliance.
Coordinate vehicle pickup, maintenance, dispatch, and turn-in operations.
Serve as Primary Government Purchasing Card Agent for the organization.
Implement Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans to ensure proper handling and compliance for all hazardous materials.
Schedule equipment maintenance, calibration, and repairs as needed.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
This position has been designated as non-sensitive and requires a personnel security background check.
This position requires incumbent to be able to acquire and retain a Government Purchase Card.
This position requires incumbent to possess a current or be able to obtain and maintain a Hazardous Materiel (HAZMAT) certification.
This position requires incumbent to possess a current or be able to obtain and maintain a blood borne pathogens certification.
This position requires incumbent to be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
This position requires incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state issued or US territory issued driver's license and to be able to drive motor vehicles.
This position requires incumbent to be capable of utilizing material handling equipment.
This position requires incumbent to be computer literate, but the duties do not require a qualified typist.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
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 qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes maintaining an organization's automated supply inventory system; assisting with building inspections to identify necessary maintenance; utilizing a company credit card to procure approved supplies and services; assisting with fleet vehicle management (i.e. coordinating vehicle pickup, maintenance, dispatch, and return). This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).
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 Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
This is a Human Capital and Resource Management 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.
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://appsupport.usastaffing.gov/hc/en-us/sections/28980686389652-Reasonable-Accommodation-Information
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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
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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03/28/2026
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