Materials Handler Supervisor

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at Crane Army Ammunition Activity. This position serves as a Materials Handler Supervisor over Field Storage Operations. Learn more about this agency Duties Communicate with other departments to ensure scheduled jobs are completed timely, safely and efficiently. Train subordinates in proper work methods and procedures, proper use of tools and equipment, and safe practices. Instruct subordinates in handling, unloading and loading of various ammunition components. Responsible for keeping the crews working and moving from job to job. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position. The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter. This position is subject to the Lautenberg amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968, which makes it a felony for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunition. This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens Internal Candidates should apply on the alternate announcement: MCGL-26-12940113-MP 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 Supervisor ~ without more than normal supervision which includes operating a 33,000-pound gross vehicle weight (GVW) truck to transport explosives, ammunition, and ammunition components for production and shipping sites; and loading and unloading freight cars and trucks of ammunition, in compliance with rules and regulations of the agencies having cognizance over the handling of explosives. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Physical Effort: Physical demands are arduous. At times, it is necessary to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds. Kneeling, standing, bending, and working in awkward positions are necessary at times. Good color vision is necessary for proper identification of different types of ammunition. Must be physically fit in order to possess an explosives driver's license. Working Conditions: Both indoors and outside. Work is routinely performed in unheated and poorly illuminated magazines and warehouses. Exposed to natural ambient environments of heat, cold, dirt, dust, rain, ice, and snow. Work is routinely performed in remote/isolated areas. HAZARDS: Exposed to danger of explosion and fire while working with explosives, chemicals, fuels, loaded pyrotechnics, and deteriorated or damaged explosive ordnance items. Work is routinely performed in remote/isolated areas. Exposed to hazards involved with working outdoors 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. 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 Logistics 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. 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 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. 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