Materials Handler (Forklift Operator)

Summary About the Position: This position is located at Irwin Army Community Hospital, Fort Riley, Kansas. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. Learn more about this agency Duties Unload incoming shipments, using common hand tools and materials handling equipment up to 10,000 pounds capacity. Perform a broad range of standard storage assignments. Determine specific materials to be re-warehoused and consolidated. Match, check, and compare data on selection instruments against materials to be issued or shipped. Utilize banding, stretch wraps or other appropriate methods to secure materials. 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. Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption. This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing. A pre-placement medical examination is required. This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules. This position may require the incumbent to work weekends and/or holidays. 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 (Forklift Operator) ~ without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common Materials Handler (Forklift Operator) duties. I have knowledge of warehousing methods and procedures, shipping and issuing techniques in order to select proper storage locations, stock and palletized items. I am knowledgeable in loading and unloading methods to prevent damage during transport and to expedite unloading. I am skilled in operating forklifts, hand trucks and other material handling equipment. - 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, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)Dexterity and SafetyKnowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Physical Effort: Performs work on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, lifting, reaching, and working in tiring positions. Frequently lifts items weighing up to 70 pounds and occasionally heavier items. Exerts physical effort in reaching, bending, turning or moving hands, arms, legs and feet to operate hand and foot controls on forklift, other materials handling equipment, and motor vehicle. Working Conditions: Required to work inside and outside. While working outside, bad weather may be encountered as vehicles have to be loaded and unloaded in the normal daily functions of issuing and receiving medical material. Subject to cuts, bruises and broken bones as a result of loading and unloading vehicle, stacking and storing medical materials, etc. Occasionally works inside buildings that are cold, drafty or hot. Items handled include hazardous chemicals, acids and compressed gasses including items which are highly flammable. Required to wear safety clothing such as safety shoes, rubber gloves, rubber boots, safety glasses, goggles, helmets, and rubber aprons when handling certain items. Due to the nature of periodic unprogrammed medical emergencies, incumbent will be required to work overtime as requirements dictate. 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. Must possess and maintain a valid US State issued driver's license to carry out position related duties. 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