Ammunition Handler

Systems Application & Technologies•Dugway, UT

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring an Ammunition Handler to support its program at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground in Utah. The role supports ammunition accountability and warehousing operations for conventional and non-standard munitions, explosives, and related components. It includes receiving, storing, shipping, issuing, inventorying, and accounting for ammunition and maintaining accurate records and audit trails. The handler also evaluates storage and handling needs, operates automated supply and accountability systems, and performs warehouse activities involving explosive ordnance items or components. Work is mostly performed indoors in an industrial setting, though outdoor field work in changing weather may be required. The position involves regular physical activity and handling items, including lifting and carrying, as well as work around dangerous or moving machinery and use of tools. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn for tasks that require it. All work must comply with applicable safety, environmental, and security requirements. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, U.S. citizenship, a current driver’s license, and a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date, maintained throughout employment. The employee must complete the required ammunition-operations training and certification within 90 days of hire or complete equivalent SA-TECH training. Candidates must pass pre-employment screening and physical requirements, including drug screening and background checks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Knowledge of ammunition supply systems and general familiarity with ammunition construction, assembly, storage, handling, functional testing, and safety and security operations.
Ability to interpret supply and technical manuals and safety and security regulations to store, secure, and account for ammunition and explosives, including research and developmental munitions.
Knowledge of hazardous munitions distribution and storage operations requiring specialized materials-handling or storage methods and techniques.
Must satisfactorily complete the Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working Ammunition Operations required by AMC Regulation 350-4 within 90 days of hire, or complete equivalent SA-TECH training.
Willingness and ability to be trained to operate a forklift, fork truck, or material-handling lifting devices.
Computer literacy in common software applications and ability to operate general office equipment.
Commitment to maintaining a productive and collaborative working environment and demonstrated willingness to be a team player.
Ability to speak publicly and communicate clearly during normal and crisis situations.
Current driver’s license and ability to be insured under the company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work, government, or rental vehicles during working hours and throughout employment.
U.S. citizenship and a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date, maintained throughout employment.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening and physical, as well as periodic retests.
Must pass background screening, including SSN, driver’s record, and criminal background investigation.
Ability to perform the physical activities described in the work conditions, including lifting and handling items weighing 30–50 pounds.
Ability to discriminate colors and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Ammo 45 Introduction to Ammunition training.
Ammo 64 Class V Issue and Turn-in Procedures for Using Units training.
Ammo 67 Hazmat Familiarization/Safety in Transportation training.
Ammo 68 Military Munitions Rule training.
Ammo 108 Ammo Handlers Certification training.
Ammo 112 Ammunition Storage Explosive Safety training.
Experience operating lifting devices, hoists, and overhead cranes.
Experience with the Logistics Modernization Program (LMP), AIT scanning tools, or TACTMIS.
Experience working in a hazardous materials environment or with unexploded ordnance.
Experience in a production or work management atmosphere.

Responsibilities

Maintain formal accountability for conventional and non-standard ammunition, ammunition components, explosives, grenades, pyrotechnics, small-arms ammunition, and customer-related munitions.
Provide guidance on receiving, storing, and shipping munitions.
Carry out ammunition accountability functions, including issuing and receiving inventory, inventory control, reconciliation, requisitions, and maintaining audit trails.
Accurately record and report munition and component accountability information and discrepancies to the appropriate authority.
Input material receipt data files into the automated supply system.
Evaluate and advise managers on receipt, temporary and permanent storage, location surveys, inventories, re-warehousing, document flow and control, and ammunition issues for security, testing, and training.
Assess storage space and allocation, hazard-class and division compatibility, suitability and usefulness, and tracking or expedition requirements, including those involving TACTMIS.
Perform warehousing activities involving ordnance items or components, including movement into and out of storage, physical inventory, storage arrangement, accessibility, inspection, loading, and packaging.
Operate automated systems used in munitions accountability, potentially including the Logistics Modernization Program and AIT scanning tools.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal compliance documents and procedures.
Perform work safely and in compliance with environmental regulations and permits.
Remove dunnage and keep storage areas and work areas clean, secure, and safe, including removing debris and trash and controlling vegetation around explosive operations buildings or magazines.
Perform other duties as assigned.