Materials Handler (Forklift/Motor Vehicle Operator)

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant’s eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 11/15/2024 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Knowledge of accepted warehousing methods, procedures, and material handling techniques; warehousing functions, such as material receiving storage, issuing, and preservation; and of warehouse configurations, storage requirements for particular commodities, and storage documentation requirements. Knowledge of inventory procedures; regulations, procedures, and policies related to records maintenance and documentation; and of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. Skill in the use of automated material processing equipment and systems to include computer terminals, optical readers, and scanners. 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. Ability to prepare inventory and production reports and to screen shipping and receiving documents for discrepancies. Ability to safely operate forklift trucks to handle controls for starting, stopping, backing, lifting, lowering, tilting, and driving forklift trucks through narrow aisles, up and down ramps, and in and out of trucks; and to safely drive and operate a motor vehicle to manipulate controls for starting, stopping, backing, and driving vehicles in all types of traffic and road conditions and in judging overhead, side clearance, turning radius, and braking distance. May be required to work at several different locations and to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Emergency overtime may be required. Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
About the position: This position will be assigned to the Mitchell Hall Cadet Dining, Air Force Academy, Colorado. This position does include benefits.