Range Support Worker
- Location:
- New Jersey, Fort Dix
- Requires Relocation:
- Yes
- Start Date:
- 02/12/2024
- End Date:
- 16/12/2024
- Offering Type:
- Permanent
- Hiring Paths:
- The public
- Service Type:
- Competitive
- Travel Percentage:
- Not required
About United States Army Installation Management Command
Looking to make a difference? Join our team! Army Materiel Command (AMC) is the Army’s primary logistics and sustainment command, responsible for managing the global supply chain and ensuring installation and materiel readiness across the Total Force. AMC is one of the Army’s largest commands with nearly 165,000 military, Army Civilian and contractor employees, impacting all 50 states and more than 150 countries. Since 1962, AMC has played a significant role in supplying our forces during wars, conflicts and contingencies, and providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief. From managing the Army’s global supply chain to providing quality of life programs for Soldiers and families; from providing financial management and contracting capabilities to leading the way in data analytics, AMC’s missions are wide ranging and critical. AMC’s workforce is at the core of the command’s support to the Warfighter. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a culture that puts people first, we have an extensive array of career paths available. Join today and be the power behind ensuring the best equipped and sustained fighting force in the world. Applicants may visit the Applicant Inquiry – CHRA Portal (army.mil) link if they have questions when applying for positions through USAJOBS. To submit an applicant inquiry, please visit: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq&validate=true
Job summary
Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Located in central New Jersey, Burlington County. Fort Dix is within driving distance of a variety of leisure activities.
Major duties
Install, program, maintain, and repair Army standard target systems. Operate automated ranges for units and other customers. Repair, fabricate, and/or install range support equipment. Conduct maintenance to facilities and range support equipment. Perform minor electrical work. Inspect and clear range facilities.
Qualification
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) Range Support Worker~ without more than normal supervision. - Ability to perform common target systems repair duties. I can perform electrical and mechanical maintenance and repairs. 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. To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above. Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision Physical Effort: Lifts and carries equipment up to 50 lbs. Frequently lifts target mechanisms with other large range components up to 100 pounds with assistance. Work involves prolonged standing, bending, stooping, reaching and working in cramped spaces. Working Conditions: Work is performed in both an inside shop and outside on the ranges. Exposed to the prevailing weather conditions; hot & humid and cold & damp. Subject to injury from working with hand and power tools. Possibility of electrical shock when working with electrical systems. Exposed to dangers of live fire ranges, high voltage, and wild animals. May be exposed to sulfuric acid when handling batteries.
Evaluations
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. 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. Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position. Highly Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position. Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position. You may claim Military Spouse preference. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference. DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicants will receive preference consideration at the full-performance grade level only.