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Job opening: Materials Handler (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator)

Salary: $22 - 26 per hour
Published at: Mar 27 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Position: This position supports the mission of the DHA Headquarters, Asset Management Branch and is located at Joint Base San Antonio, San Antonio, TX.

Duties

Perform a variety of warehousing duties that include receiving, processing, researching, storing, issuing, and documenting medical and non-medical supplies/equipment. Assume custodial responsibility for all supplies and equipment stored in the warehouse with special emphasis on computer hardware and software. Ensure the safe receipt, storage and movement of hazardous materials when present. Direct and coordinate inbound/outbound activities to and from the DHA warehouse on Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Visually inspect all shipments for damage and cross references materiel received to shipping documents and customer requisitions. Operate motor vehicles up to a 5-ton capacity to transport supplies and equipment between the warehouse and user work sites as well as commercial vendors in the surrounding area. Operate electric, gasoline, diesel, or propane powered forklifts capable of lifting loads weighing up to 6,000 pounds, as high as 168 inches.

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 possess and maintain a valid state motor vehicle driver's license.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain forklift operator license to operate a 2000-, 4000-, or 6000-pound forklift and tug required when performing materiel handling duties, within 30 days of entrance on duty.
  • Must be licensed to operate motor vehicles including pick-up trucks, panel and flatbed trucks up to 5-ton capacity and equipped with either manual or automatic transmission.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government driver's license to operate vehicles or material handling equipment.
  • A pre-placement medical examination is required.
  • Heavy lifting up to 40 pounds.

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 which includes 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) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Performs work on hard surfaces and is required to stand for extended periods of time, andto bend, stoop, and work in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions. May lift and carry items that weigh up to 40 pounds, with heavier items being moved with weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is done inside or outside in areas that may be hot, damp, cold, drafty, or poorlylighted, May be exposed to cuts, scrapes, bruises, abrasions, falls, and injury from falling stock. May beexposed to dust, dirt, grease and solvents and exposure to toxins or chemical fumes. Work may requirewearing protective clothing such as steel toed shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, rubber gloves, or rubberaprons.

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

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