About the Position: This position is in the Defense Health Agency Public Health, Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. To learn more, visit us at: https://phc.amedd.army.mil/Pages/default.aspx APG is in Harford County, Maryland, surrounded by the Bush River to the east and the Chesapeake Bay to the south, offering many amenities to include recreation and child/day care Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Duties

Perform duties associated with the receipt, turn-in and issue/shipment of a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment. Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments manually, by handcarts, and other non-mechanized conveyances, or by operation with a forklift. Receive both posted and un-posted items to include safeguarding Cold-Chain Management and Temperature Sensitive Medical Products (TSMP), Class I and Class II controlled substances, hazardous chemicals and compressed gases. Operate electric, gasoline and/or diesel-powered vehicles with gross vehicle weights not to exceed Class 6 (GVW 19,501 to 26,000 pounds). Operate a 2K forklift truck capable of lifting loads up to 4,000 pounds and as high as 30'. Serve as the organization's alternate Mail Assistant performing various duties which include the accountability, safeguarding, and maintaining of registers for incoming and outgoing certified, insured, and registered mail.

Requirements

• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.
• Within 6 months of employment and annually thereafter, obtain and maintain certification for Cold Chain Management, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER).
• May be required to apply for and maintain certification(s) for handling Class I and Class II controlled substances.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State driver's license. In addition, must obtain/maintain a military driver's license during tenure.
• Within 6 months of employment, must obtain and maintain a license to operate forklifts up to 4,000 lbs. at the incumbent's expense.
• Position requires employee to work occasional overtime. Incumbent will either be called in during off-duty hours or be required to remain on duty for an extended period.
• Must be able, and willing, to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as rubber boots, coveralls, goggles, hearing protection, aprons, gloves, respirator and/or helmet, etc.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 80 pounds is required.

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) Materials Handler (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator) ~ without more than normal supervision. Qualified candidates for the Materials Handler (MVO/FLO), must have the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision such as the ability to perform common warehouse activities, collect, receive, store, select, issue, transport, and ship materials, supplies, and/or equipment. - 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 SupervisionDexterity and SafetyKnowledge of MaterialsTechnical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order)

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address KF-DHA-DDAAFC DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY HQ DO NOT MAIL Falls Church, VA 22042 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk