MATERIALS EXPEDITER (FORK LIFT/MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR)

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The primary purpose of this position is to route and expedite the movement of parts, end items, supplies and materials within production and repair facilities to meet priority needs.

The position requires the use of forklift trucks and light motor vehicles.

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6900 Warehousing And Stock Handling Family.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, 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.

The screen out element for this position is Ability to do the work of the position without normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.

(other than blueprints) Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. WORKING CONDITIONS: Regularly exposed to possible injuries associated with handling equipment.

Work is usually performed indoors in well lighted and well ventilated shop areas. Fork lift operation work is normally inside in areas that are sometimes damp and drafty.

Drives motor vehicles in all types of traffic and weather conditions. May be exposed to outdoor conditions for short time periods. Regularly exposed to shop noises, dirt, fumes, and vibrations.

Major Duties:

Receives, routes and moves parts, assemblies, components, and other materials into and out of industrial shops. Selects parts and materials to be turned into Supply.

Receives requests for parts and materials needed to support production work requirements.

Operates electric, LPG or diesel powered forklift trucks capable of lifting loads weighing less than 10,000 pounds as high as 168 inches.

Drives one or more types of trucks such as pick-up, panel, and flatbed trucks, which typically have a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or less, on public roads at highway speeds and on active aircraft ramp and flight line environments.

Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.