Hazardous Waste Disposer (Forklift Operator)

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 Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army) Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI) 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 Hazardous Waste Disposer (Forklift Operator) without more than normal supervision. I can identify all hazardous waste/material in accordance with applicable environmental regulations, federal and state guidelines; ensure all drums/containers are marked/label contents and ensure all required documentation is attached to drums/containers for transportation. 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. (Other Than Blueprint Reading) Dexterity and Safety Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Work Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work regularly requires long periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing and working in uncomfortable positions in the storage area and at waste/spill sites. Lifts and moves items weighing up to 50 pounds, and uses handling equipment or assistance to lift heavier items. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. Is exposed to the possibility of asphyxiation and chemical burns from toxic fumes and spills of waste materials. Is exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, broken bones, sprains, falls, etc. during on-site work and inspections or when loading or unloading vehicle. Must wear personal protective gear as directed, including a respirator. Work is dirty, dusty, and greasy. Incumbent is exposed to all types of traffic where there is possibility of serious accidents.
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. About the Position: This position is located at the Directorate of Public Works at Yakima Training Center, Yakima, Washington.