MATERIALS HANDLER (FORK LIFT OPERATOR) Detroit, MI

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

Job Title:MATERIALS HANDLER (FORK LIFT OPERATOR)

Department:Department of the Air Force

Job Announcement Number:41-ANG-679964-634508-CMB

SALARY RANGE: $50,046.00 to $58,352.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD: Thursday, June 07, 2012 to Wednesday, June 13, 2012

SERIES & GRADE: WG-6907-06

POSITION INFORMATION: Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:06

DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy(s) - Selfridge ANG Base, MI United StatesView Map

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles)

JOB SUMMARY:

The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win…in air, space and cyberspace. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

WHO MAY APPLY: Click here for more information. You MUST have one or more identified eligibilities in order to be considered. **Air Force is not responsible for erroneous eligibilities you list or fail to list**

Air Force Employee (Current, Permanent, Competitive Service, Career/Career-Conditional Employee)

DoD Transfer (Army, Navy, DFAS, etc.--Excluding Air Force)

Employment of People with Disabilities

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)

Non-DoD Transfer (OPM, VA, Dept of Labor, etc.)

Reinstatement

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)

Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA)

30% Disabled Veterans

KEY REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizenship Required Travel and relocation expenses will/will not be paid

Designated Drug Testing position

Pre-Employment Physical is required for this position

This position is covered by the Lautenberg Amendment

DUTIES:

· The primary purpose of this position is to perform the full range of warehousing duties with responsibility of handling or overseeing one or more product lines, a segment of a large warehouse, or serve as an employee in a smaller warehouse in one of the following areas; central storage, individual equipment, HAZMART< or individual protections equipment.

· Performs tasks involved in issuing and shipping items. Assists in accomplishing inventories by counting items and properly completing tally listings and other inventory documents.

· Operates fork lift trucks and automated material handling and identification equipment to include mobile stock selectors and electromechanical automated equipment such as high rise automated storage and retrieval vehicles to move, stack and unstuck, load and unload, bin, and position material.

· Performs material handling duties, including the use of tools and other equipment, in a safe manner, utilizing safety practices and procedures, and complying with established safety rules and regulations.

· Maintains records and documents actions.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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The organizational location of this position is 127th Wing, 127th Mission Support Group, 127th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Material Management Flight, Asset Management Section, Selfridge ANGB, MI "An Air National Guard Position under Title 5; Enlistment is NOT required"

The Hourly Rate For This Position Is $23.98-$27.96

EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; (e.g. WG-6900, WAREHOUSING AND STOCKHANDLING GROUP, dated May 1969). Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which they are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of accepted warehousing methods, procedures, and material handling techniques and of warehousing functions such as material receiving, storage, issuing, and preservation.

2. Knowledge of warehouse configurations, storage requirements for particular commodities, and storage documentation requirements; and of inventory procedures.

3. Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation; and of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.

4. Skill in the use of automated material processing equipment and systems to include forklifts.

5. Ability to prepare inventory and production reports; and to screen shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies.

6. Ability to interpret and apply instructions pertaining to material handling; and to maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

May be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.

Emergency overtime may be required.

The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license may be required for the position.

As required, may train and/or guide other personnel in performance of material handling duties.

Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.

This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.

Position may perform other related duties as assigned.

Your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications.

Physical Effort: work on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. May lift and carry weights up to 40 pounds. May handle heavier items with weight lifting equipment or with assistance from other workers.

Working Conditions: Work is done inside and outside in areas that may be hot, damp, cold, drafty, or poorly lighted. Employee is regularly exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, bruises, falls from ladders, falling material, or injury from equipment. May be exposed to dust, dirt, grease, solvents, and high noise areas while working in a mechanized work area, or radiation, toxins, explosives hazards, or chemical fumes while working in a hazardous materials area. May be required to wear protective clothing such as hard hats, steel toed shoes, rubber gloves, masks, and rubber aprons.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

To determine if you are qualified for this position, your resume will be reviewed and compared to your responses to the assessment questionnaire. Applicants, who disqualify themselves, will not be evaluated further.

BENEFITS:

Benefits of Working for the Federal Government - Click here for an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.

OTHER INFORMATION:

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 80 or above on the rating criteria for this position.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

90-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 90-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 90 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

Special Employment Consideration:

Individuals with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the U.S. Air Force mission. For further information or to determine your eligibility click here: Special Hiring Authorities. Applicants who are selected must meet the qualification requirements and be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

If you are eligible and wish to be considered for non-competitive appointment, please indicate "5 CFR 213.3102(u)" on your resume or state you are an individual with a disability eligible for a Schedule A appointment and follow all other instructions for applying.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Résumé

2. A complete Occupational Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section below)

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, June 13, 2012

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, click here for the required cover page. This Vacancy ID is 679964. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:

1. Click the following link to view and print the questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire

2. OPM Form 1203-FX must be provided to show your responses to the occupational questionnaire. Click here for the OPM Form 1203-FX., and

3. Fax all required documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your OPM Form 1203-FX will be the cover page for your fax transmission.

PLEASE NOTE: The numbering on the OPM Form 1203-FX will not match the Occupational Questionnaire. Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire restarts with number one, so when entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence. This issue has been identified and will be resolved as soon as possible. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume) is received, accurate and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been process by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Faxed documents take 2-3 business days to process.

Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following documents are required and must be provided by the closing date of the announcement.

· Online Application (Questionnaire)

· Resume - If you submit a resume with inappropriate material e.g. photos, you will not be considered for this vacancy. Your resume may be submitted in any format. For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). Resumes that do not contain this information will be marked as insufficient and applicants may not receive consideration for this position.

If selected, you will be required to submit the following documents to substantiate your eligibility and/or qualifications. · Eligibility Documentation, SF50, DD214, Proof of Disability, Certification of Job Readiness, etc.

If you are faxing any documents, click here for the official cover sheet to print. The fax number is 478-757-3144

Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone number and last four digits of your social security number.

Individuals with Disabilities – Eligibility for appointment under this authority consists of two parts:

Proof of Disability: An individual wishing to be hired under this Schedule A (5 C.F.R. 213.3102(u)) authority must provide proof he or she is indeed an individual with mental retardation, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability. This proof must be provided to the hiring agency before an individual can be appointed. This proof may be in the form of documentation obtained from licensed medical professionals, state or private vocational rehabilitation specialists, or any Government agency that issues or provides disability benefits.

Certification of Job Readiness: An individual hired under this authority must be ready to perform the duties of the position for which they are being considered. This certification is a statement that the individual is likely to succeed in the performance of the duties of the position for which he or she is applying. For instance, the certification of job readiness for an individual applying for a position as an Administrative Assistant or an Accountant may state that the "individual is likely to succeed performing work in an office environment." This certification of job readiness may be obtained from the same individual(s) that provided the proof of disability. The certification may be on the same documentation as the proof of disability or it may be a separate document.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

AFPC RSC

Phone: (800)525-0102

TDD: 800-382-0893

Email: CALL_ONLY_DO_NOT_EMAIL_@

1800.525.0102.ORG

Agency Information:

Air Force Personnel Center

550 C Street W Ste 57

Randolph AFB, TX

78150-4759

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.

Agency Information:

Air Force Personnel Center

550 C Street W Ste 57

Randolph AFB, TX

78150-4759

Questions about this job:

AFPC RSC

Phone: (800)525-0102

TDD: 800-382-0893

Email: CALL_ONLY_DO_NOT_EMAIL_@ 1800.525.0102.ORG

Job Announcement Number: 41-ANG-679964-634508-CMB

Control Number: 318539000