Materials Examiner And Identifier

Air Education and Training Command • Lackland AFB, TX

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About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to perform the in-checking, identification, examination, classification, acceptance, and disposition of complex categories of materials and equipment. The employee also performs materials handling activities involving the receipt and inspection of specialized materials and equipment.

The role receives, examines, verifies, and identifies complex materials and equipment; determines the condition of items being turned in or removed; and performs warehousing work, including receiving, inspecting, and transferring general or specialized bulk and bin materials and equipment. The employee monitors special programs, computerized listings, and records, follows safety and security procedures, and maintains a safe and clean work area. The position operates electric, LPG, or diesel-powered forklifts capable of lifting loads under 10,000 pounds to heights of up to 168 inches.

Work is performed inside a warehouse and outside in containment areas year-round. Physical work includes moderate to heavy lifting, prolonged walking and standing, and bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling materials. Work may involve exposure to moving equipment, hazardous materials, chemicals, dust, noise, and varying environmental conditions; protective clothing and equipment may be required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
• Meet the OPM Qualification Standard for the WG-6900 Warehousing and Stock Handling Group and the position's screen-out element: ability to perform the work of a Materials Examiner and Identifier without more than normal supervision.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to identify and handle materials, equipment, components, parts, and commodities; communicate orally and in writing; and apply warehousing, reutilization, disposal, and demilitarization procedures.
• Be able to screen documents, identify missing data, use automated equipment such as optical readers, scanners, and computer keyboards, and operate mechanized equipment.
• Know and apply safety and security procedures, technical manuals, drawings, blueprints, equipment specifications, warehouse methods, inventory procedures, and item-identification codes.
• Be able to examine, identify, verify, and process materials, including items requiring special handling; use measuring devices; and use tools to disassemble equipment when necessary.
• A valid driver's license may be required if the work requires driving a motor vehicle.
• Work other than normal duty hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays, and shift work or overtime may be required.
• Physical work includes moderate to heavy lifting, prolonged walking and standing, bending, stooping, and pushing or pulling heavy materials; lifting and carrying weights up to 40 pounds, with heavier items handled using lifting equipment or assistance.
• May be required to wear protective clothing such as hard hats, steel-toed shoes, rubber gloves, masks, and rubber aprons.

Responsibilities

• Receive, examine, verify, and identify complex categories of materials and equipment.
• Examine items being turned in or removed and determine their condition.
• Perform warehousing and materials-handling duties, including receiving, inspecting, and transferring general or specialized bulk and bin materials and equipment.
• Monitor special programs, computerized listings, documentation, and records.
• Follow safety and security practices and maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Operate electric, LPG, or diesel-powered forklift trucks capable of lifting loads under 10,000 pounds to heights of up to 168 inches.
• As required, train and/or guide lower-grade employees.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on employment type and other factors.
• Disabled veteran leave may be available to eligible veterans hired on or after November 5, 2016, with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.
• Recruitment and/or retention incentives may be offered.

What This Job Offers

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