Munitions Inspector (Forklift Operator)
What you'd do
About the Position: This position is located with the U.S. Army Sustainment Command, 406th AFSB, Ammunition Branch, Fort Stewart, GA.
Major duties
Inspect vehicles transporting ammunition to ensure the vehicle is mechanically safe to transport ammunition and that the ammunition loaded on vehicle is compatible, properly loaded and secured, and appropriate placarding is in place. Use automated / manual inventory systems to maintain records. Periodically inspects ammunition magazines to ensure that ammunition is packaged, marked, and stored IAW applicable regulations Conducts visual type of inspections of ammunition ensuring packages and marks ammunition in accordance with regulations. Operate electric, gasoline, or diesel-powered forklift trucks in order to lift loads weighing up to 10,000 pounds and as high as 168 inches. Ensure ammunition items are appropriately stored in correct areas.
What you need to qualify
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 Army Civilian Employees Applying on Time-Limited Assignments 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 Munitions Inspector (Forklift Operator) without more than normal supervision. Ability to do the work of a Munitions Handler (Forklift Operator) without more than normal supervision. To qualify based on your work experience, your resume must describe the work experience which prepared you to do the work in this job. Experience is defined as: 1) Independently conduct multiple types of visual inspections for ammunition storage facilities of unexpended/expended ammunition items; 2) Identify malfunctioning ammunition; 3) Issue/Turn-in ammunition by lot/serial numbers; and 4) Update records and report deficiencies. - 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 Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Knowledge of Materials Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Physical Effort: Involves continuous physical activity such as standing, stooping, and bending. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 70 pounds, and occasionally may handle items weighing over 70 pounds. Working Conditions: Work is primarily performed inside and outside. Wearing of protective clothing such as gloves and safety shoes is required, and wearing of other protective clothing may be required. Duties are performed in defined areas where use of matches, lighters, and smoking is prohibited due to close proximity of hazardous ammunition and explosives.
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