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Army Tank-Automotive and Armament Command (TACOM) Materials Handler (FLO/HAZMAT) in Anniston Army Depot, Alabama
Summary About the Position: The Anniston Army Depot is located in Anniston, Alabama in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain chain halfway between Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL just off Interstate 20. The Depot is the largest employer in Calhoun County with approximately 4000 employees. Responsibilities Serve as point of contact for Directorate of Production Management for the storage of gas products. Properly identify contaminants for required laboratory test results. Coordinate with Environmental Hazmat section to determine if containers meet approved standards. Assist environmental personnel in reviewing property to determine the resolution of discrepancies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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 an Materials Handler (FLO/HAZMAT) without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common duties which includes identifying a wide variety of compressed gases received prior to turn-in to stock or to salvage by researching supply manuals, technical manuals (TM's), parts lists, drawings, and shop project orders. I work under normal supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. 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 Supervision Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading) Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Physical Efforts: Incumbent is routinely required to handle cylinders to place on pallets according to order request. Upon pre-receiving, receiving and releasing/manifesting operations, necessitating considerable kneeling, crawling, bending, walking, and stooping. Physical handling of Gas Cylinders will be routine. Incumbent must be able to lift gas cylinders weighing up to 50 pounds and shift/relocate other materials using appropriate material handling equipment. Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside for long durations through breaks, etc. as necessary to complete immediate tasks. Inside work is performed in warehouse, which may be drafty or unheated. Outside work is subject to inclement weather. Discomfort is experienced while wearing protective clothing, respirators, goggles or facemask. Worker may be exposed to hazardous vapors, liquids, powders, and solids and possibly cuts and bruises. May be subject to hazards of working close to moving equipment, (e.g., forklifts, trucks, conveyor lines). Education Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. This is a(n) Material Maintenance Management Career Field position. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Relocation or recruitment incentive may be authorized.