Ft Riley KS Woodworker
About The Position
The Woodworker constructs and repairs items such as boxes, crates, pallets, and storage bins from wood and wood substitutes. This role involves studying specifications, measuring, marking, and cutting boards using patterns, templates, rulers, pencils, and hand and power saws. The worker fastens or installs parts using hammers, nailing machines, or power staples, and repairs defective containers by replacing damaged parts. Additionally, the incumbent may build crates around objects, fabricate, repair, modify, and replace woodwork on vehicle sides and beds, apply preservative to prolong wood life, and pack, seal, band, and apply markings to crates and containers.
Requirements
- Must be a high school graduate or possess an equivalent diploma.
- Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
- Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
- Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
- Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
- Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
- Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Will be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
- Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- Must be a US Citizen or US permanent resident for more than 3 years to obtain NACI and CAC Card eligibility.
- Must attend a mandatory two-week course, Pack-1B, located in Fort McCalister, Oklahoma.
Nice To Haves
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Responsibilities
- Fabrication and repair of various sizes and types of wooden items using a variety of power tools such as table saws, radial arm saws, nail guns and staple guns.
- Creating the proper containers for shipping all material to CONUS and Non-CONUS destinations.
- Filling out the required documentation necessary for shipping out-bound material.
- Inspecting all material and associated documentation, ensuring compliance with US Army Self-Certification Solid Wood Packing Material (SWPM) Program prior to processing.
- Cleaning, oiling, and performing normal operator maintenance on machines.
- Repair/replacement of Open-End Container flooring.
- Operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) in conjunction with daily duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
