Materials Examiner and Identifier (Fork Lift Operator / Motor Vehicle Operator)

U.S. Army Sustainment Command • Fort Hood, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with U.S. Army Sustainment Command, 407th Army Field Support Brigade, Logistics Readiness Center at Fort Cavazos, Texas. The employee examines a wide variety of items and equipment, determines their condition and disposition, and assigns appropriate condition codes. Items may include electronic systems, computer parts, combat vehicles, and aircraft parts. Property that could endanger employees or public health and safety must be identified, certified, and tagged appropriately.

The position operates forklifts capable of lifting 20,000 pounds to move palletized material for loading, unloading, warehousing, and stacking. The employee enters transactions into the supporting Logistical Information System or other automated systems to track property and materials. Work involves physical effort and takes place indoors and outdoors, including warehouse, open-yard, and vehicle-loading environments. The position requires official travel 25% of the time.

Requirements

• Demonstrate sufficient experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work without more than normal supervision; there is no specific length of training or experience required.
• Experience performing common Material Examiner and Identifier duties in a warehouse or alternate setting, including operating forklifts capable of lifting 20,000 pounds, assigning condition codes, determining material condition, and using automated systems to track property or materials.
• Obtain and maintain forklift training certification and a forklift license.
• Obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Obtain and maintain HAZMAT certification.
• Complete a pre-employment physical.
• Sign DD Form 2760 (Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition); the position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment.
• Submit to random urinalysis testing; the position is designated as Drug Testing Required.
• Lift up to 40 pounds from the floor to a cart for transport and then place it on a shelf or workbench; routinely handle items up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
• Perform extensive walking, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling heavy material; exert moderate effort operating forklift hand and foot controls and endure vibration strain.
• Meet the applicable employment-authority eligibility category and provide documentation proving eligibility.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Complete a one-year probationary period.
• Use experience alone to meet qualification requirements; education cannot substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Examine a wide variety of items and equipment and determine their condition and disposition.
• Assign appropriate condition codes to determine property disposition.
• Identify, certify, and tag property that is dangerous to employees or public health and safety.
• Operate forklifts capable of lifting 20,000 pounds to move palletized material during loading, unloading, warehousing, and stacking.
• Enter appropriate transactions into the supporting Logistical Information System or other automated systems.
• Follow health and safety regulations, standard operating procedures, OSHA standards, and Army safety requirements.
• Wear safety items required by OSHA and local standard operating procedures when performing tasks requiring protective equipment or clothing.
• Travel officially 25% of the time.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed