Materials Handler

Summary About the Position: This position is located at Brooke Army Medical Center, in San Antonio, Texas. Learn more about this agency Duties Assemble, disassemble and modify Modular Furniture in a modern work place. Support all furniture set up, re-configuration, and area changes. Manage and support all methods of ergonomic furniture movement, general repairs and the use of materials and the tools needed to accomplish projected maintenance tasks. Store and stack materials in accordance with established warehousing plan; considering size, shape and quantity. Conduct weekly inventory of stock and submit replenishment requests to supervisor for review and reorder. Use proper lifting, loading and strapping down attachments, along with dock loading and unloading equipment. Operate heavy duty delivery trucks, both open flat bed and enclosed compartment up to ten (10) tons. Participate in warehouse operations and projects as either a truck driver or Forklift Operator as required. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. A Personnel Security Investigation is required. A pre-placement medical examination is required. Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position. Moderate to heavy lifting up to 75 pounds may be required. Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens 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. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Materials Handler ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Materials Handler tasks. I can properly install, service, repair, and configure modern modular office furniture. I can operate heavy duty delivery trucks and operate forklifts to load and unload equipment. I am skilled in warehousing procedures. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal SupervisionAbility to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.Dexterity and SafetyKnowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Physical Effort: Requires standing, walking, stooping, climbing, and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and occasionally in excess of 75 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is done primarily inside of general office and patient care areas and in a warehouse atmosphere for all stockpiled essentials; however some external delivery via a truck or forklift is occasionally required to support the ongoing mission. Work areas inside are normally well lit and at normal room temperature for furniture support. Exposed to normal warehouse noise and possible falls, cuts, scrapes, and bruises. The above working conditions have been considered in the evaluation of the job and do not meet the criteria for compensation by environmental differential pay. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. 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. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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. 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. Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations. Candidates who are certified in Modular Furniture installation/repair are highly desired. Candidates who are certified in Forklift operation are preferred. Expand Hide  additional information 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