Materials Handler

Veterans Health Administration • Tampa, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is based in the warehouse section of the Logistics Service at James A. Haley Veterans Hospital in Tampa, Florida. The Materials Handler performs warehouse duties and oversees one or more product lines or a segment of a larger warehouse, or serves as the senior staff member in a smaller warehouse or supply facility. The position works Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The position requires a valid state driver's license or commercial driver's license. No specific length of training or experience is required, but applicants must demonstrate training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the work. There is no education requirement. A one-year probationary period or two-year trial period applies. Relocation and recruitment incentives are not authorized.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license or commercial driver's license.
• Must demonstrate training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the work; no specific length of training or experience is required.
• Must provide detailed resume descriptions supporting knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties.
• Must meet the minimum experience requirement involving warehouse work such as receiving, storing, selecting, and shipping general or specialized bulk materials and equipment; assisting with storage and stock arrangement plans; coordinating shipments and materials placement; and consolidating materials to maximize space and protection.
• Must meet the screen-out requirements for driver's license and ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision.
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position, including considerable walking, pushing and pulling carts and materials-handling equipment, loading and unloading trucks, and frequently handling boxes weighing over 40 pounds.
• Must be able to handle awkward and heavier equipment, furniture, and materials in excess of 100 pounds, typically using specialized equipment or assistance from coworkers.
• Must be able to work in environments involving hazardous materials and potential trips, falls, scrapes, cuts, bruises, or equipment-related injuries; personal protective equipment may be required.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical and background/security investigation.
• Must complete the required online onboarding process and provide acceptable identification for employment requirements.
• Must participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program as a Department of Veterans Affairs health care personnel employee.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with Selective Service.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, as applicable.
• Applicants must meet all requirements by the announcement closing date of October 26, 2026.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in warehousing, receiving, and distribution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement storage plans for assigned areas and arrange movement of supplies between warehouse locations.
• Consolidate materials to maximize space utilization and protect materials.
• Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials on docking areas.
• Select specific storage locations within the general warehousing plan.
• Rotate stock, check for outdated materials, and maintain appropriate safeguards and temperature controls.
• Handle delivery and warehousing of materials, including hazardous, flammable, and temperature-sensitive products.
• Drive vehicles, trucks, or vans not exceeding 4,500 pounds vehicular weight, equipped with an electrical or hydraulic lift.
• Group supplies logically and accessibly while maximizing space efficiency.
• Submit monthly reports and status updates, conduct periodic monitoring, and set benchmarks.
• Coordinate excess and turn-ins of equipment and materials.
• May serve as a senior member of a warehouse project team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees earn annual leave at a rate of 4, 6, or 8 hours per pay period, based on years of federal service.
• Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work or military service, subject to request and approval before appointment.
• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

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