Materials Examiner and Identifier

Defense Logistics Agency•Tracy, CA

About The Position

Examines and identifies the most complex and difficult items received by the site. Handles the techniques and procedures required to process hazardous and toxic materials and other sensitive, critical, and controlled commodities. Serves as an authoritative source, using seasoned knowledge and experience to detect defects in conspicuous places. Resolves problems with damaged shipments and determines whether to accept or reject material, suspend an item, or forward it to property disposal. Has delegated authority to make final determinations on material acceptance and independent responsibility for assigning condition classifications and shelf-life codes and determining whether material should be repaired or disposed of. Operates materials handling equipment to move, load and unload, stack, or unstack palletized materials, supplies, and equipment. This is a mission-essential position. The employee may be required to work during emergencies and at the designated duty location, a telework site, or an alternate location or facility. The position may be used to fill various shifts at DLA Distribution San Joaquin, California.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Meet the applicable Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standard for Trades and Labor Occupations and demonstrate the required knowledge and skill to perform the duties.
Meet any applicable screen-out element; applicants who do not meet it will be eliminated from further competition.
Obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
Obtain and maintain licenses or certifications required by the installation and federal, state, and local laws.
Obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license or certification to operate government vehicles.
Obtain and maintain required hazardous materials handling certifications.
Complete a favorable suitability or fitness determination where reciprocity cannot be applied.
Pass a pre-employment physical.
Comply with the drug-free workplace policy, including required drug testing for testing-designated positions.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service or exempt.
Be able to perform moderate to heavy physical work, including lifting up to 60 pounds, with assistance requested for items exceeding 60 pounds, and standing or walking for lengthy periods; work may also involve bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.

Responsibilities

Examine and identify complex and difficult items received by the site.
Process hazardous and toxic materials and other sensitive, critical, and controlled commodities using required techniques and procedures.
Detect defects in materials.
Resolve problems with damaged shipments and determine whether to accept or reject material, suspend an item, or forward it to property disposal.
Make final determinations on the acceptance of material.
Assign condition classifications and shelf-life codes and determine whether material should be repaired or disposed of.
Operate materials handling equipment to move, load and unload, and stack or unstack palletized materials, supplies, and equipment.
Work during emergencies as a mission-essential employee when required.