Job summary

You will serve as a Materials Handler in the Receiving and Distribution Branch, Distribution Management Office of MARINE CORPS BASE.

Major duties

You will independently load and unload materials from trucks, rail cars, and other material conveyances using fork lifts and manual or mechanized pallet jacks in mechanized or unimproved warehouses. You will assist the supervisor in developing plans for storage and arrangement of stock in accordance with reception and distribution plans. You will prepare inventory and production reports, screen and identify shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies, and direct shipments to shipping or storage areas. You will use automated equipment such as optical readers and scanners (bar code wands or similar device) and computer keyboards to develop computerized inventory data, access materials, and process items for distribution. You will perform specialized handling of hazardous or sensitive materials required for the safe handling, storage and movement of materials handled. You will locate, access, load and move material for shipment and verify or prepare documents either manually or by using automated equipment/information systems.

Qualification

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability to do the job without more than normal supervision. (The ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks including 1)Independently loads and unloads materials from trucks, rail cars, and other material conveyances using fork lifts, manual and mechanized pallet jacks in mechanized or unimproved warehouses; 2) Developing plans for storage and arrangement of stock in accordance with reception and distribution plans; 3) Preparing inventory and production reports, screen and identify shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies, and direct shipments to shipping or storage areas; and 4) Performing specialized handling or hazardous or sensitive materials required for the safe handling, storage, and movement of materials handled.) Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following job elements: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION DEXTERITY AND SAFETY WORK PRACTICES (INCLUDES KEEPING THINGS NEAT, CLEAN AND IN ORDER) You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.