Job opening: MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (WOOD WORKER)
Salary: $64 968 - 75 842 per year
Published at: Aug 25 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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The primary purpose of this position is to operate one or more types of gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles typically having a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of more than 32,000 pounds.
Duties
- Drives tractor trailers and/or other vehicles typically having a GVW of more than 32,000 pounds.
- Makes and repairs a wide range of standardized supply, shipping, and storage containers such as boxes, crates, pallets, dividers, and storage bins of various sizes and shapes from wood and wood substitute materials.
- Secures hazardous and/or non-hazardous cargo inside or upon conveyances which have regular and rectangular shapes, and unobstructed cargo areas such as box ears, gondolas, flat cars, vans, and/or trucks.
- Performs a wide variety of standard and specialized preservation and packing work. Maintains records and documents actions such as operator inspection checklists/forms and accident/incident reports.
- Operates electric, LPG, or diesel powered fork lift trucks capable of lifting loads weighing less than 10,000 pounds as high as 168 inches to facilitate loading and unloading duties.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
- This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
- Disclosure of Political Appointments
- The work requires the employee to possess the applicable state and government license(s) to operate assigned equipment.
- May be required to train and/or guide lower graded employees.
- The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
- Employee is required to maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program as a presumptive position identified by general criteria and specific occupational series/codes.
- Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in testing designated positions presents a clear threat to public safety and/or the mission of the Air Force and national security
- Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-5700 Transportation/Mobile Equipment Operation Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is ability to do the work of a MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (WOOD WORKER) without more than normal supervision.
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of and skill in operating one or more gasoline, diesel, or electric powered wheeled vehicles with a GVW of over 32,000 pounds such as truck tractors with semi or full trailers, or heavy load in-line trucks.
2. Knowledge of wood and wood substitute materials and woodworking techniques to plan, construct, and repair standardized shipping and storage containers.
3. Skill involving a range of blocking and bracing cargo inside or upon conveyances, including the use of blocks, braces, gates, wedges, etc. and guying/staying tools such as turnbuckles, winches, cables, anchors, bars, straps, chains, etc.
4. Knowledge of a wide range of requirements surrounding the packing, preserving, storing, blocking/bracing to safeguard and protect cargo during shipment.
5. Skill to use and maintain tools and equipment, such as hammers, hand saws, power saws, pneumatic nailers/staplers, wood working machines, heat sealing and vacuum equipment, etc. Skill in operating one or more electric, LPG, or diesel powered fork lift trucks. Ability to read and follow specifications, instructions, sketches, illustrations, blueprints.
6. Knowledge of marking, labeling, and placarding requirements for hazardous materials shipments. Basic knowledge in the use and application of computers, typewriter, e-mail, and Worldwide Web. A qualified typist is not required.
Physical Effort:
Work continuously involves standing, stooping, reaching, or similar physical activity. Must sometimes work in cramped or awkward positions and may have to climb upon or crawl under vehicles or structures. Occasionally performs heavy, strenuous, and tiring work for prolonged periods on hard surfaces. Continuously lifts, carries, and positions tools and materials weighing up to 18 kilograms (approximately 45 pounds), and often moves or positions extremely heavy items using jacks, levers, floor hoists, cranes, fork lifts, or assistance from other workers.
Working Conditions:
(Vehicle Operator) Drivers work mostly outside and operate vehicles in all kinds of traffic and weather on public roads (or equivalent), and arc exposed to the danger of serious accidents. Drivers are exposed to dirt, fumes, and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and broken bones as a result of accidents when loading and unloading the vehicle. They drive in heavy traffic and at highway speeds over complicated road and interchange systems.
(Wood Worker) Works in warehouse or enclosed area that may be drafty, cold, or overheated. Occasionally works outside and is subject to prevailing weather conditions. Frequently exposed to noise and possible cuts, abrasions, muscle strains and injuries from using hand and powered tools. Exposed to nose and lung irritation from dust and sawdust, and possible injuries from falling objects, swinging crane loads etc. May be exposed to noxious fumes, skin irritants, and flammable chemicals. Safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard toe sl1oes, ear plugs, hard hats, or other protective equipment may be required to be worn on the job.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Contacts
- Address JB Elmendorf-Richardson
8517 20th Street
Suite 203
JB Elmendorf-Richardson, AK 99506
US
- Name: Total Force Service Center
- Phone: 1-800-525-0102
- Email: [email protected]
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