Materials Handler

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 the most difficult and complex Materials Handler duties within an organization. I am skilled in unloading, transferring, palletizing and breaking down as necessary. I can be responsible for documentation screening and verification of quantities of subsistence and non-food items received. I can verify quantities received against receiving documents for accuracy. I can refuse overages and document shortages. I can report discrepancies for adjustment of menus placed. I can reject receipts of items not acceptable due to damage, quality or other reason. I can move supplies by means of handcart, dollies, pallet jacks or other non-mechanical means - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• PHYSICAL EFFORT: Incumbent performs work on hard surfaces and in work areas that require them to stand, stoop, bend, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Maybe required to work at a rapid place for long periods of time. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing 25-50 pounds or heavier items with assistance.
• WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside warehouses, bin rooms, open storage areas, receiving and shipping areas, which may be cold, drafty, damp, or hot.