Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler)

U.S. Army Joint Munitions Command • McAlester, OK

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will operate truck tractors with semi-trailers, full trailers, and buses to transport cargo and/or passengers safely located at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant. Duties include operating vehicles over public roads to transport passengers, hazardous or non-hazardous materials, and equipment in all traffic conditions. Perform maintenance on vehicles in accordance with safety rules and regulations. Assist with loading and unloading various cargo and materials. Perform visual inspection of cargo to ensure vehicle capacity is not exceeded.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Requires a Commercial Driver's License, Type A with Hazardous endorsement, handle munitions and explosives; transport one or more passengers on at least a weekly basis; and control and extinguish fires and/or perform rescue duties.
• The position is covered by the civilian drug abuse testing program.
• Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R, or DA Form 7412, Condition of Employment for certain civilian positions identified as critical under the Drug Abuse Testing Program.
• Incumbent must maintain Security Certification/Screening IAW AR 190-11.
• Requires a pre-employment physical and annual physical thereafter.
• US Citizens
• Ability to do the work of a Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler) without more than normal supervision.
• Must possess the ability to perform common tasks including operating gasoline or diesel powered vehicles equipped with transmissions having four or more forward speeds; maneuver such vehicles when driving and backing in narrow or congested areas, between buildings and when positioning vehicles at loading docks or public roads and highways; have the basic understanding of how to load and unload cargo.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles over public roads to transport passengers, hazardous or non-hazardous materials, and equipment in all traffic conditions.
• Perform maintenance on vehicles in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
• Assist with loading and unloading various cargo and materials.
• Perform visual inspection of cargo to ensure vehicle capacity is not exceeded.
• Performs duties which involve the control, accountability and shipment of arms, ammunition and explosives.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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