About the Position: (TERM Position) Wood Worker (Blocker & Bracer/Packer), WG-4604-08 for one year but may be extended up to 8 years. This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base, NDAA 1125 (a) and (c).

Duties

Design, plan, build, and construct custom shipping, supply, and storage containers. Use construction plans and rough sketches to construct odd-shaped items used for shipping hazardous materials and explosives. Block, brace, and secure ammunition items for shipment. Select appropriate methods of packing and material to be used. Block, brace, cushion, insert desiccant, and secures containers. Use arithmetic formulas to compute bracing materials. Load and unload cargo; segregate items according to condition code, lot number, and quantity; and store, stack, and palletize items. Operate an electric, diesel, or gasoline-powered fork lift capable of lifting up to 10,000 pounds to transport and stack high explosives.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be cleared IAW requirements of AR 190-11, Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA and E).
• Must meet the requirements of AMCR 350-4, Training and Certification Program for personnel working in ammunition operations.
• Required to successfully complete the "General Transportation of Hazardous Materials Course," MTMC II, and keep certification current IAW DOT Regulations, Title 49, and BOE-6000.
• Subject to random drug testing requirements. This is in accordance with AR 600-85.
• Must successfully complete training in hazardous waste management procedures within six (6) months after the date of appointment to this position and will not work in unsupervised situations until these training requirements have been met.
• Required to obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestics Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Wood Worker (Blocker & Bracer/Packer) without more than normal supervision including constructing and/or repairing wood boxes, crates, or pallets. Interpreting drawings, sketches, blueprints, and/or written instructions to complete a project. Operating hand and power tools such as hand and power saws, nail guns, hammers, banding equipment, jacks, or levers. Blocking and bracing and securing items to prevent shifting during transportation. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentKnowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Knowledge of MaterialsMeasurement and LayoutTechnical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work is generally performed on hard surfaces, uneven ground surfaces, and in areas that require the incumbent to stand, stoop, bend, climb, use excessive arm movement, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequent lifting and carrying of parts, equipment, and packed containers weighing up to 45 pounds is required. May occasionally lift heavier items with assistance. Employee is required to wear safety clothing and equipment appropriate for the job and work area where assigned, as directed by the supervisor. Types of protective clothing and equipment include, but are not limited to eye, respiratory, foot protection, and protective clothing (gloves, apron, coveralls, etc.). During forklift operation, physical effort is required in braking and steering, manipulation of clutch, shift, lifting and tilting mechanisms. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside shop areas or in partly enclosed areas that are sometimes uncomfortably warm, cool, damp, or drafty; and outside in all kinds of weather. Works in near zero temperatures, with almost constant wind and snow, also is subject to discomfort from heat, high-velocity dry winds, gnats, mosquitoes, etc. May perform work around protruding nail heads, steel banding, broken carrier floors, etc. Frequently exposed to loud noises such as those from power saws, hammers, and nailing machines. Exposed to nose and lung irritations from sawdust, chemically treated pallets and boxes plus packaged irritants; to possible injuries from sharp blades, tools, flying particles, nails, staples, and fasteners; to splinters from handling unfinished wood, and subject to cuts, scratches, and bruises from loading or unloading vehicles. Is also required to work on concrete floors and in areas where there is unpleasant dust, dirt, fumes and noise

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address FQ-APF-TOOELE ARMY DEPOT DO NOT MAIL Tooele, UT 84074 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk