Preservation Servicer

Defense Logistics Agency • Pearl Harbor, HI

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Preservation Servicer processes and preserves equipment, including vehicles, engines, fuel and mechanical systems, shop machinery, containers, small arms, and artillery. The role includes minor mechanical repairs for preservation or to repair broken items, and partial disassembly of equipment to access internal parts for preservative application. The employee examines items for corrosion or deterioration, cleans and prepares them, and determines the appropriate preservation level and materials needed to meet specifications or processing needs while avoiding damage to unprotected parts. The position also constructs standard framing crates, pallets, and similar supports for items being preserved.

Work is typically performed indoors in areas that may be hot, cold, damp, or drafty, but may also take place outdoors in inclement weather, wind, or mud. Hazards may include fumes or vapors, acids or caustic substances, dust, dirt, oil, grease, cuts, scrapes, bruises, and moderate noise. Protective equipment such as gloves, respirators, or aprons may be required. The work involves prolonged standing on concrete or asphalt and lifting items weighing up to 60 pounds; heavier items may require material-handling equipment or assistance from another employee. The position is located at DLA Distribution Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and may be assigned to various shifts.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Meet the screen-out element: ability to do the work of a Preservation Servicer without more than normal supervision, demonstrated through the common tasks of the job.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain installation, federal, state, and local licenses or certifications required for the position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Material Handling Equipment (MHE) license.
• Pre-employment physical required.
• Must complete a favorable suitability or fitness determination when reciprocity cannot be applied.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
• Must have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities.
• Must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy, including drug testing where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Process and preserve equipment, including vehicles, engines, fuel and mechanical systems, shop machinery, containers, small arms, and artillery.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs for preservation purposes or to repair broken items.
• Partially disassemble equipment to access internal parts for application of preservatives.
• Inspect equipment for corrosion or deterioration and perform necessary cleaning and preparation.
• Determine the appropriate level and quantity of preservation needed to meet specifications or processing requirements while avoiding damage to surrounding parts.
• Construct standard framing crates, pallets, and similar supports to enclose or support preserved items.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type and other factors.
• Cost of Living Allowance may be authorized if eligible.
• Pay retention may be extended to an eligible employee selected for an overseas position.

What This Job Offers

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