Electronics worker (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator)

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: Fort Drum, the home of the 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), is located in Northern New York. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter. This position has a requirement to lift up to 70 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. The duties of this position require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a Forklift Operator’s Certificate. This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer. This position has been designated "Weather Essential". Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. Incumbent is subject to rotating shift work to cover a 24 hour a day 7 days a week operation. Qualifications 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) Electronics worker (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator) ~ without more than normal supervision. Ability to perform common task associated with Electronics Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator/Forklift Operator) duties. Perform electrical equipment repair tasks such as maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing and inspecting electrical devices - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Exerts moderately heavy physical effort in performing lifting and carrying tasks; objects generally weighing up to 70 lbs. WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside during all types of weather conditions. Works around and with electrical power supplies from 12 volt DC though 480 VAC to 3-phase high voltage current. Works inside in areas, which may be dusty, drafty, noisy and unheated. Stands on concrete and gravel floors, and works outside in rough terrain. Works around military combat, and tactical wheel and track vehicles and heavy equipment during range and urban combat facilities training operations. Exposed to danger of loud noises, pyrotechnics, laser frequencies, and explosives. May be exposed to sulfuric acid when handling batteries used in operating remotely controlled target devices. Is exposed to the possibility of abrasions, cuts, burns, electrical shock, falls, vehicle accidents, snake bites, skin irritants from poisonous plants and explosives. Hearing protective devices, hard hats with face shield and other safety equipment and devices are issued or readily available for use. Required to enter impact areas containing unexploded munitions. Environmental differential pay is authorized when the incumbent is required to load or unload Hoffman charges, deploy other electrically detonated explosive charges, and/or to work in areas generating a threat from unstable dud munitions. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Logistics Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Recruitment and relocation incentives maybe authorized. Student loan repayment may be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized. Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Rate may be authorized. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.