Materials Handler

Company: FEMA

Location: —

Clearance Required: Public Trust

Salary: $24.5 - $28.58 PH

Description

In this position you will work as a member of the Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center (MWEOC), Logistics Division, Property/Supply Branch. The ideal candidate has experience with warehouse operations that include utilizing automated supply systems and broad knowledge of warehouse and storage plans. Come join us in a rewarding career where you can help make our nation safer, stronger, and more prepared! Visit www.careers.fema.gov for more information.

This is a federal position with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Apply through the official USAJobs posting linked below.

Requirements

Qualifications:

The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standard. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, 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 you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Working Conditions: Work is done inside or outside in areas that may be hot, damp, cold, drafty, or poorly lit. Regular exposure to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, bruises, abrasions, falls, and injury from falling stock or mechanized work areas. When working in hazardous materials areas may be subject to exposure from toxins, explosive hazards, or chemical fumes. Work may require protective clothing such as hardhats, steel-toed shoes, rubber gloves and masks. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence. Requires Rotating shift work. Physical Effort: Often stands on hard surfaces for extended periods of time and bends, stoops, and works in tiring and sometimes uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts and carries weight in excess of 70 pounds. Movement of items heavier that 70 pounds will be done using the Material Handling equipment available or assistance from other employees. The use and knowledge of MHE is essential. Pre-Employment Physical required. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience,

U.S. citizenship is required. Federal appointment is subject to a suitability/background investigation.