Agricultural commodity grader-student trainee assists commodity graders with conducting commodity grading and/or certification functions. Receives on-the-job training in the technical aspects for preparation as an Agricultural Commodity Grader for Poultry.

Duties

The duties described are for the full-performance level. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Performs subsidiary phases of grading and certification work, as required, to obtain the necessary on-the-job training. Examine product to determine adherence with contracts, such as grade, weight, packing and quantity. Applies, or oversees the application of the official grade markings to labels, packaging materials, and other materials identifying the product's quality. Examines several types of poultry and eggs, by applying official standards and regulations. Studies rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing the grading and certification of poultry and egg products.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen or US National.
• Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Must be in good academic standing as defined by their academic institution.
• Complete at least 640 hrs of work experience prior to completion of degree.
• Enrolled at least half-time at a qualifying educational institution.
• A signed participant agreement is required for employment under Pathways.
• Satisfactory Background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one-year trial period.
• Selectee will be required to complete a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to this office acknowledging and accepting that geographic mobility is a condition of employment. Failure to sign the MOU will be grounds for withdrawal of the job offer.
• Selectee will be subject to a pre-employment medical statement and/or exam.
• Commodity grading work requires periods of physical exertion to lift and move boxes and cartons of product often weighing over 50 pounds; prolonged periods of standing, walking, stooping, bending and climbing.
• Physical coordination and finger dexterity in at least one hand for poultry grading assignments and two hands for shell egg assignments to perform digital examinations of eggs.
• Ability to detect abnormalities in the commodity through normal and or corrected vision in at least one eye for distance, depth, perception, and color.
• Ability to assure safety in a highly mechanized noisy environment through adequate hearing; and the ability to determine product qualities through smell.
• The work environment is in a poultry or shell eggplant and involves moderate discomforts and risks such as the cold temperatures and freezer storage areas, the presence of processing equipment, moving carts and forklifts, and wet slippery floors.
• Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
• Must be available to work a regular schedule when classes are in session as well as during scheduled breaks.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. ELIGIBILITY: Students who are currently enrolled or accepted for enrollment on at least a half-time basis at a qualifying educational institution in a certificate, degree, or diploma program. Applicants can qualify by meeting the EDUCATION requirements specified below. EDUCATION: GS-4: Completion of 2 full academic years (60 semester or 90 quarter hours) of post-high school study or an associate's degree.

Education

Contacts

• Address Agricultural Marketing Service USDA APHIS MRPBS 250 Marquette Avenue, Suite 410 Minneapolis, MN 55401 US
• Name: MRP Human Resources
• Phone: 612-336-3227
• Email: [email protected]