Ammunition Handler Leader

U.S. Marine Corps•Twentynine Palms, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Requirements

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
  • Be able to operate a fork lift truck capable of lifting six tons.
  • You must be ammunition certified in accordance with Marine Corps Order (MCO) 8023.3a.
  • Possess both the appropriate California State driver's license and the U.S. Government licenses.
  • Be able to operate a variety of material handling equipment and obtain a 6,000 pound Forklift license and a Class C Commercial Drivers License with HAZMAT endorsement.
  • Position is subject to drug testing.
  • This position is covered by the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. A person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully have access to ammunition.
  • Ability to Do The Work of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision: Ability to inspect ammunition and explosives in order to determine serviceability and detect hazardous/non-standard conditions that are not in compliance with standard requirements; knowledge of information contained on receiving vouchers sufficient to segregate shipments into appropriate categories; ability to operate motor vehicles safely.
  • Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Nice To Haves

  • Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment incentives may be authorized to eligible selectees.

Responsibilities

  • Receive, store, issue, block and brace military ammunition and explosives for vehicle transportation to shipment destination.
  • Serve as a working leader of approximately 10 Active Duty Marines and insure that needed plans, schematics, manuals, material and tools are available and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations.
  • Answer workers questions regarding procedures, policies, written instructions and other directives (e.g., technical orders).
  • Provide information to supervisor on status and progress of work, causes of delays and overall work operations and problems (e.g., additional on-the-job training requirements for individual employees).
  • Inspect completed work of subordinates to insure repairs completed are in accordance with technical specifications.
  • Receive, inspect, sort, and classify ammunition and explosive items turned-in by military units, such as small arms, artillery, mortar, rockets, grenades, antipersonnel mines, pyrotechnics, chemical amunitions high explosives.
  • Maintain strict lot number control and keep magazine data cards current by accurate posting of issues and receipts.
  • Ensure proper COSIS (Care of Stock in Storage) and perform organizational and direct support maintenance of ammunition to recondition ammunition found with incidental or minor defects.
  • Inspect ammunition for surface defects, rust, corrosion, paint, cracks, burns, crimping, moisture, deterioration, compatibility, and nonstandard storage conditions.

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.
  • Learn more about federal benefits.
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