Job opening: Recreation Assistant-Marine Forklift Operator
Salary: $17 per hour
Published at: Aug 18 2023
Employment Type: Intermittent
This position is located on NSA-Panama City, in the MWR Department. The purpose of the position is to perform as a marina forklift operator to lift, lower and transport watercraft in the MWR Marina facility. Will also assist in operating marina/outdoor recreation activity programs by servicing customers, answering inquiries, providing program information and other related duties. Requires a valid driver's license. Open to the local commuting area only
Duties
Operates diesel-powered forklifts, which are capable of lifting loads weighing 10,000 pounds or more and higher than 168 inches. Operates forklifts inside building and outside, to and from marina boat storage areas and at the boat launch area. The operator follows oral or written instructions concerning when and where loads are to be moved and placed. Safely handles loads; ensures forklift is not used to lift more weight than the forklift is rated for. Drives carefully to avoid injuring others or damaging equipment and property as the forklift is operated in congested areas. Performs operator maintenance, such as checking and maintaining proper fluid levels, lubricating as required, cleaning and washing forklifts, spot painting, and replacing minor forklift parts such as hydraulic hoses or basic mechanical parts.
Coordinates and assists other staff members in preparing recreational facilities and equipment for use in the Community Recreation/Recreational Lodging/Marina program. Assists customers with launch and recovery of boats using 20K Marine Forklift. Assists in implementing planned activities and programs by preparing required supplies, material and other resources necessary for operations. Ensures that the facilities and equipment are in good operating order and free of safety hazards. Also assists by answering customer inquiries, providing program information and other duties relating to the operation of the facility.
Requirements
- Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
- Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
- You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
- May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
- Must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. National.
- A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
- Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
Qualifications
In order to qualify for this position, you must live in the commuting area of Panama City, FL and your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates. Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization.
One year of specialized experience directly related to the duties described above. Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
Must know how high, wide and long the forklift and loads are, and how much the forklift can safely lift and if it is properly balanced.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Will work as instructed and consult with supervisor on all matters.
Will require moderate physical effort to operate hand and foot controls while driving, starting and stopping forklift, and raising, lowering and tilting loads to be moved. The vibrations of the forklift may cause strain.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration.
ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED. IF MANAGEMENT DOES NOT WISH TO SELECT A HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATE, THEY MAY REQUEST A REFERRAL LIST INCLUDING WELL OR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating and/or appointment eligibility.
PLEASE READ THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY TO ENSURE ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE ADDRESSED IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE.
RELOCATION AUTHORIZED
NO Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest
KEY REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
You must be a US Citizen.
Males must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. https://www.sss.gov/register/
Selectee must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Selectee may be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Selectee is required to participate in the direct deposit pay program.
Social Security Card is required.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-VERIFY) check.
A favorable background is a requirement of this position. Failure to obtain and maintain a favorable background may result in the withdrawal of the position offer or removal.
NOTE: Applicants have the ability to perform an E-Verify Self Check to confirm employment eligibility at http://www.uscis.gov/mye-verify/self-check. Although a Self-Check is not mandatory, it can be a useful tool for applicants to find out if there is a problem with their employment eligibility records and resolve any issues before taking a job.
Education
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Contacts
- Address NSA Panama City
101 Vernon Ave Bldg 468
Panama City, FL 32407-7018
US
- Name: Betty Garner
- Phone: 850-235-5737
- Email: [email protected]
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