Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This solicitation utilizes the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Located Letterkenny Munitions Center at Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.

Duties

Operate a variety of vehicles and support units with up to 30-ton capacity to transport ammunition, explosives, missile, missile components, and inert items. Perform operator maintenance on vehicles to ensure safe, efficient and presentable operating conditions. Segregate items according to condition code, lot number, quantity, compatibility, etc. Select appropriate methods of packing and material to be used in packing on the basis of item classification. Load and unload cargo using material handling equipment such as electric, diesel-, or gas-powered forklifts. Complete trip tickets and report equipment failures for repair purposes. Pack items in boxes, metal containers or cartons.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• 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.
• Must complete ammunition certification requirements IAW AMC-R 350-4, Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working Ammunition Operations, within one year of appointment.
• A license to operate forklifts up to 50,000 lbs. lift capacity is required within 30 days of appointment.
• Must successfully complete the General Transportation of Hazardous Materials Course, MTMC II, and keep certification current IAW Department of Transportation Regulations, Title 49, and BOE-6000.
• Must possess or obtain a Commercial Driver's License with Hazardous Materials endorsements within 120 days of appointment.
• Must be eligible and remain eligible for clearance IAW AR-190-11, Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA and E).
• The applicant must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent periodic medical examinations. Must be able to lift at least 70 pounds.
• This position is subject to pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter in compliance with the Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Program.
• Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
• This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.

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) Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler) ~ without more than normal supervision. Must be able to perform the most difficult and complex Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler) duties. I am skilled in operating vehicles and support units with up to a 30-ton capacity, operating material handling equipment capable of lifting up to 50,000 pounds and packing items to ensure proper shipping. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. 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 70 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. The types of protective clothing and equipment include, but area 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, ticks, snakes, 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 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 AB-APF-W39Z02 LETTERKENNY MUNITIONS CENTER DO NOT MAIL Chambersburg, PA 17201 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk