Materials Handler (Ssc)

Army National Guard Units•Columbus, OH

About The Position

This National Guard position is for a Materials Handler (SSC), Position Description Number D1909000, with the Ohio Army National Guard’s USPFO. The position serves as a Small Shop Chief responsible for the overall operations of a small shop and oversees and directs the work of one or more Materials Handlers, WC-6907-06, assigned to the shop. The Small Shop Chief plans and lays out shop work, performs work at the journeyman level, and maintains a functional shop maintenance program. The role independently selects maintenance procedures and timing, estimates labor, equipment, and materials, and maintains program plans and records. It also requires surveillance and troubleshooting skills to identify necessary maintenance or repair procedures without technical supervisory guidance. The position plans, organizes, and directs shop maintenance programs under general supervision and may provide recommendations to a supervisor on personnel matters.

Requirements

Ohio Army National Guard membership is required; applicants who are not current members must be eligible for immediate membership.
Compatible military grade and assignment are required within one year of the effective date of placement.
Military grade must be E-2 through E-6.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
For duties requiring operation of motor vehicles, a valid driver's license from the state where the candidate lives or is principally employed is required.
For duties requiring a Secret or Top Secret clearance, the applicant must possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment.
General experience or training demonstrating the ability to compare item identification against receiving reports and issue request forms; use hand trucks, dollies, and other equipment to move stock; use hand tools such as hammers and pliers; and follow oral and written instructions.
Experience performing inventory and inspections to determine the serviceability of stocked items.
Experience interpreting and applying written instructions, reference materials, publications, and manuals.
Experience setting up and rotating storage locations while considering factors such as life expectancy, available space, and product turnover.

Responsibilities

Plan and lay out shop work for completion by the Small Shop Chief and lower-graded workers.
Apply journeyman-level knowledge and skills and maintain a functional shop maintenance program.
Determine appropriate maintenance procedures and timing, and estimate manpower, equipment, and material requirements.
Develop and maintain program plans and records; use surveillance and troubleshooting techniques to determine required maintenance or repair procedures without technical supervisory guidance.
Plan, organize, and direct shop maintenance programs and procedures under general supervision.
Determine approaches, methods, and courses of action to accomplish the shop's mission effectively and efficiently.
Provide recommendations and input to the supervisor on personnel matters, which may include performance appraisals, awards, position description changes, disciplinary actions, and leave.
Perform the same type and level of work performed within the unit.
Perform other duties as assigned.