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MATERIALS HANDLER (SMALL SHOP CHIEF)

Army National Guard Units

Department of the Army

Fresh

Salary

$30 - $35

per hour

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a small warehouse team in the Army National Guard, where you'll plan and oversee maintenance, inventory, and storage of supplies while also handling hands-on tasks like moving and inspecting items.

It's ideal for someone with military experience who is organized, skilled in logistics, and comfortable supervising a few team members in a fast-paced environment.

You'll need to be reliable and able to work independently under general guidance.

Key Requirements

  • Enlisted military grade E1 - E7 in the National Guard
  • General experience in comparing item identification with reports, using material handling equipment like hand trucks and dollies, and following instructions
  • Specialized experience in inventory management, inspections for serviceability, and interpreting technical manuals and publications
  • Journeyman-level knowledge in maintenance procedures, planning shop work, and estimating resources
  • Ability to independently determine maintenance approaches, troubleshoot issues, and maintain program records without close supervision
  • Skills in organizing storage based on factors like space, turnover, and item life expectancy
  • Experience providing input on personnel matters like performance appraisals and disciplinary actions

Full Job Description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION.

This position is for a MATERIALS HANDLER (SMALL SHOP CHIEF), Position Description Number D1909000, and is part of the MT Army National Guard, G8 Warehouse.

(A copy of the Position Description can be obtained from HRO upon request.) Selecting Official: MSG Matthew O'Brien Military Grades: Enlisted E1 - E7 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training which demonstrates the ability to compare item identification against receiving reports and issue request forms; skill in using hand trucks, dollies, and other equipment to move stock; ability to use hammers, pliers, and other hand tools; and to follow oral and written instructions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have experience performing inventory and inspections to determine serviceability of stocked items.

Experience in interpreting and applying written instructions, reference materials, publications, and manuals.

Experience in setting up and rotating storage locations considering factors such as life expectancy, available space, product turnover, etc.

***(MUST address your experiences in detail on resume as they relate to these general and specialized experiences, to be considered for this position)*** Major Duties:

Serves as a Small Shop Chief performing all of the following tasks: (a) Plans and lays out work to be accomplished in the shop which is then completed by the individual and lower graded worker(s).

(b) Possesses the knowledge and skills found at the journeyman level as well as those required for planning, accomplishing and maintaining a functional shop maintenance program.

(c) Independently determines appropriate maintenance procedures such as how and when the work should be accomplished. Estimates manpower, equipment and material requirements.

(d) Devises and maintains all program plans and records, is skilled in surveillance and troubleshooting techniques, and is able to determine maintenance/repair procedures needed without benefit of technical supervisory guidance.

(e) Plans, organizes and directs shop maintenance programs/procedures under general supervision.

(f) Determines approaches, methods and courses of action required to accomplish the mission of the shop in an effective and efficient manner.

(g) May provide recommendations and input to the supervisor concerning personnel actions such as performance appraisals, awards, position description changes, disciplinary actions, leave, etc.

Performs the same type and level of work as performed within the unit.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/17/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/18/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: MT-12912602-AR-265-413