This Material Handler position is in Environmental Management services at the Manchester VA Medical Center, located at the Manchester campus. This position is a full-time at 40 per week.

Duties

The Material Handler serves as the key focal point for the Environmental Management service department for the moving coordination receiving and fulfilling requests for the furniture and equipment to various patient care areas throughout the system service area, including Outpatient Clinics throughout the States of New Hampshire and VISN 1. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Using forklifts, pallet jacks and other powered movers to offload delivery trucks at the Medical Center, storage warehouse and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC) throughout the States of New Hampshire and VISN 1. Loading and unloading the vehicles by hand, sometimes receiving help from other workers. Loading from the warehouse using forklift equipment as necessary and transporting to the required remote locations daily. Ensuring the cargo is protected from weather and that it is properly distributed and secured to prevent damage or loss during transit. Making certain that any equipment being hauled does not exceed the maximum weight allowed for the vehicle being driven. Monitoring inventory; stock of furniture at the warehouse, identifying component shortages for replenishment orders, confirms receipt of orders, identifies discrepancies including improper items received, shortage of items delivered, wrong products, damage to shipment, etc. Assisting in identifying and forecasting the need for various medical center and CBOC furnishings based on program changes, additional programs or relocations conducted in support of the VA's mission. Assist in tracking and monitoring furniture needs which supports the working environment of the employees. Adjusting layouts and work site for effective and safe use of furnishings and adjusts workstations in all areas of the centers daily. Working closely with personnel from Facilities Management Service (FMS), Office of Information & Technology (OIT), Contracting and contractors; This may include serving as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and fulfilling all the duties outlined in the COR manual, including but not limited to product market research, documentation of the contents of the Statement of Work (SOW), assisting with the preparation of an Acquisition Plan, understanding the contract and what is required of the contractor. Reviewing, understanding and applying instructions contained in various manuals, blueprints, specifications, etc.; Reads, interprets and performs work in accordance with the drawings, technical manuals, etc. Moving and installing furniture and equipment which may include partial or complete assembly using hand and power tools. Developing and maintaining a high level of aesthetic appearance of interiors in all buildings and recommends the necessity for change or improvement, as the need is observed. Recommending the renovation or replacement of unserviceable furnishings, as the need arises. Working and collaborating with interior designers on proper furnishings that meet infection control requirements, standardized goals, as well as provide well-coordinated furniture compatible with floors, walls, and patient needs. Ensuring the facilities utilized for patient care throughout the Manchester VA system are equipped to serve the Veterans. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., weekends as needed. Compressed: Not Authorized. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Materials Handler/PD03211 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required. .NOTIFICATIONS: This position is a NAGE Bargaining Unit position. This position is in the Competitive Service. Selectee must have a valid unrestricted driving license. Current and former Federal employees must submit copies of their most recent SF-50, (Notice of Personnel Action). The SF-50 must identify the position title, series, grade, step, tenure and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). In some cases, more than one SF-50 may be required to show a higher grade previously held. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 08/13/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)MaterialsTechnical PracticesWithout more than normal supervisionWork Practices 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Physical Requirements: Required to drive a truck for several hours to reach the remote location of service. Required to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time, and to bend, climb and stoop, and work in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions. Lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, with heavier items being moved with handling equipment or the assistance of other workers. Moves supplies and materials with pallet jacks, forklifts and through physical labor. During travel, considerable physical effort may be required to change tires and make limited emergency repairs. Considerable dexterity, hand, foot, and eye coordination and concentration. Working Conditions: Position will operate motor vehicles in all types of traffic and weather conditions on public roads and are exposed to the danger of serious accidents. Works both indoors and outdoors, including areas that may be hot, damp, cold, drafty, and / or poorly lighted. Regularly exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, bruises, abrasions, falls, and injury from falling stock or mechanized work areas. Appropriate protective gear will be supplied and shall always be utilized to minimize such risks. Must be able to sit for long periods of time while driving and is exposed to road hazard conditions daily. will apply all established safety practices.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Manchester VA Medical Center 718 Smyth Road Manchester, NH 03104 US
• Name: Sharika Graves
• Email: [email protected]