Materials Handler

Summary NIST's Office of Facilities and Property Management is seeking Materials Handlers to support the safe and efficient movement of supplies, equipment, and hazardous materials across campus facilities. This role is essential to maintaining mission-critical operations by ensuring laboratories, programs, and staff receive the materials and equipment needed to conduct research, maintain infrastructure, and support NIST's scientific and technological mission. Duties In this position, you will: - Receive, inspect, and store incoming materials, verify quantities and descriptions against shipping documents, and place items in designated storage locations. - Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment, selecting appropriate packing materials and methods based on product specifications and customer requirements. - Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to move, stack, and stage materials within the warehouse. - Drive trucks and vans, including vehicles with gross vehicle weights up to 33,000 pounds, to deliver and pick up materials at various locations. - Load and secure cargo on trucks using proper techniques and equipment to prevent damage and ensure compliance with safety regulations. - Handle hazardous materials, such as chemicals and gases, following established safety protocols for storage, packing, and transportation. - Maintain accurate inventory records, conduct physical counts, and investigate and report discrepancies. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. citizenship Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment medical examination) Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License in good standing Designated and/or random drug testing required) Must be able to obtain endorsement for vehicles used in transporting hazardous materials within 90 days of onboarding Bargaining Unit Position: Yes - Washington Area Metal Trade's Council (WAMTC, AFL-CIO) Qualifications All applicants must submit a resume NOT TO EXCEED two pages on standard-size paper. If the resume exceeds two pages, only the first two pages will be reviewed for qualifications or assessment determinations. There are no specific length or level of experience requirements. The applicant's overall background of experience, education, and training must clearly demonstrate the ability to perform materials handler duties, such as managing and maintaining inventory levels, operating material handling equipment, and conducting physical inventory checks without more than normal supervision. Applicants must meet the screen out elements and achieve an overall score of at least fifty (50%) or higher AND CDL (Screen-out) A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License is required for this position. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs; therefore, please do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you will be required to provide a copy of your valid state-issued Commercial Driver's License. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The qualification requirements in this vacancy announcement are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trade and Labor Occupations Handbook. If requesting reconsideration of your qualification determination, please refer to the following site: Applicant Reconsideration Additional information This position is covered by the Federal Wage System. The FWS is a uniform pay-setting system that covers Federal appropriated fund and non-appropriated fund blue-collar employees who are paid by the hour. For more information regarding the FWS, visit http://www.opm.gov/oca/wage/. We may share your application package with other selecting officials at NIST with opportunities like this one. Additional selections may be made through this vacancy. Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information or instructions. You MUST select at least ONE ELIGIBILITY in order to be considered for this position. All documents submitted for this announcement must be legible in order to make qualification or eligibility determinations. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:- your performance and conduct;- the needs and interests of the agency;- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. This position has physical requirements which include but may not be limited to: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over Straight pulling Pushing Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (4-6 hours) Standing (4-6 hours) Kneeling (2 hours) Repeated bending (4-6 hours) Both legs required Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing (aid may be permitted) This position has environmental factors which include, but may not be limited to: Constant noise Dust Silica, asbestos, etc. Fumes, smoke, or gases Solvents (degreasing agents) Grease and oils Electrical energy Slippery or uneven walking surfaces Working around moving objects or vehicles Explosives Vibration Working closely with others Working alone Protracted or irregular hours of work This position requires the passing of a drug test 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. NIST strives to build a flexible and encouraging work environment to bring out the best in our employees. To help our employees balance responsibilities at home and at work, NIST offers a variety of work-life flexibilities such as: ? Telework Flexible work schedules Paid parental leave Paid vacation Sick leave Family-friendly leave Childcare subsidy program for qualifying families Back-up child care program Child and elder-care resources On-site childcare center Lactation spaces Wellness programs Fitness center Employee assistance programs Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.