THE POSTIONS ARE LOCATED AT NAS OCEANA IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, AND JEB LITTLE CREEK IN VIRGINIA BEACH, VA. The position is located within the NAVFAC MIDLANT Qualified Recycling Program (QRP) which is a branch of the NAVFAC MIDLANT Integrated Solid Waste Management Program. The purpose of this position is to perform Front End Loader and other heavy equipment operation in support of the NAVFAC MIDLANT QRP. .

Duties

Performs a combination of the following duties on a daily basis: Loads, unloads, or relocates materials and heavy bulky items from trucks and other conveyances utilizing heavy engineering equipment. Majority of work will be operating a 2.7 cubic yard articulating bucket front end loader in and around our recycling facilities. Other duties will include but not be limited to, operating a 10,000 lb. forklift, driving a 10 ton stake body truck and¾ ton pick-up truck to various destinations as required providing pick-up and delivery of recyclable materials. Assists in the manual sorting and separation of refuse from various types of scrap metals and other recyclable materials. Performs domestic cleaning functions on scrap metal processing and recyclable materials. Loads and unloads vehicles as required ensuring cargo is properly loaded, distributed for even weight, secured properly, makes sure vehicle is not loaded beyond capacity and does so following all safety precautions. Signs for and obtains receipts for cargo and completed trip tickets. Keeps records or logs and reports any defects in vehicle operations, accidents, or traffic violations. Operation of the 2.7 cubic yard articulating bucket Front End Loader, 10,000 lb. forklift and other scrap metal handling equipment is accomplished on sandy/gravel terrain, pavement, natural surface, metals sorting yards and in extremely hot and cold weather, frequently in the rain and snow, often under short daily deadlines. Performs operational inspections of vehicles for loose parts, damages or worn tired, proper oil levels, battery condition, lights and similar items and reports them. Check presence and usability of assigned equipment, such as tools and fire extinguishers. Cleans assigned vehicles and performs other recycling related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have experience in operating a 2.7 cubic yard bucket Front End Loader tractor or equivalent size
• Some experience preferred in the operation of a forklift and a Skid Steer
• Knowledge of types of scrap metals and recycling processes is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Navy operator's license for Heavy Construction Equipment and Forklift within 30 days of employment.
• Employee will need to pass standard Navy Medical stressor exams to qualify for the required Navy licenses.
• Must pass all applicable records and background check.
• Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possess the following: Skill and knowledge of governing rules, regulations and maintenance requirements sufficient to operate the heavy construction equipment and forklift. Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision. Ability to comply with established safety, environmental and equipment use requirements. Must be able to operate tractor with attachment of the front end loader; requires good hand, foot and eye coordination to control precise movements of tractor and the attachment in lifting and positioning heavy objects. Must be able to operate large construction type front end loader to preform loading of dump trucks, etc., requires skill and ability to operate and position both equipment and load (including simultaneous positioning of equipment and bucket). Must have skill and ability to maintain the extension of attachment of the tractor and extension of the bucket of the front end loader in such a manner to keep the equipment center of gravity within safe operating limits considering load and its effect on total vehicle to prevent tipping or similar accidents.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Contacts

• Address NAVSTA Norfolk - Navy NAF HRO 1200 Fechteler Road Norfolk, VA 23505 US
• Name: CNRMA NAF HRO
• Email: [email protected]