What are the responsibilities and job description for the WOOD WORKER position at U.S. Army Sustainment Command?
Duties
- Prepare and construct containers with complex bracing to ship or store assemblies for items such as radar antennas, electronic integrated systems, sensitive optical tracking equipment, special purpose computer systems, and other similar items.
- Use Special Packing Instructions (SPI), blueprints, and item specification to develop bracing points based on weight of the item or equipment, gravity center, and method of shipment to prevent shifting or damage in transit or storage
- Select proper containers and type of cushioning material required for items to be packed.
- Operate forklift trucks capable of lifting up to 10,000 to 15,000 pounds, respectively, higher than 168 inches to move materials inside or outside of buildings and warehouses and over level surfaces.
- Plans and constructs custom shipping and storage containers for items of irregular size and shape, which typically involve complex construction problems caused by size, sensitivity, and security requirements.
- Weighs containers and crates using platform scales.
- Select proper containers and type of cushioning material required for items to be packed.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Incumbent must successfully obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
- This position is covered by the l996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of l968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for the position.
- This position requires the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a driver's license in one of the 50 US states or possessions.
- This position requires the incumbent to possess or be able to obtain and maintain Forklift Certification
- This position is subject to random drug testing in accordance with Army Regulation 600-85.
- This position requires the driving of vehicles in all types of weather.
- This position works with hazardous materials and requires the incumbent to possess or be able to obtain and maintain HazMat Certification.
- This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time
- This position has a requirement to lift up to 70 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
- This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter.
Qualifications
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 WOOD WORKER without more than normal supervision. These duties or tasks include constructing and/or repairing wood boxes, crates, or pallets. Interpreting drawings, sketches, blueprints, and/or written instructions to complete a project. Operating hand and power tools such as hand and power saws, nail guns, hammers, banding equipment, jacks, or levers. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone-no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
- PHYSICAL EFFORT
Work involves frequent standing, bending, stooping, and working in cramped areas or platforms. Lifts or carries items weighing up to 70 pounds and heavier items require assistance. Physical movement of hands, arms, and legs is used when operating vehicle controls while driving, turning, lifting, backing, and stopping vehicles. - WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in areas that are uncomfortable, warm, cool, drafty, and hot or cold when working outside. The employee is exposed to loud noises from power saws, lung irritation from sawdust, and subject to cuts, bruises, or broken bones. Drives vehicles in all types of weather and is, therefore, subject to possible serious accidents. Is required to obtain/maintain a valid driver's license. May require the use of protective clothing and equipment as authorized by the installation Safety Office. May be subject to emergency call-back work after normal duty hours and on weekends and scheduled overtime requirements which are compensated by overtime payments. Successful performance of the work requires attendance at any number of ammunition/explosives training courses. The incumbent must obtain and possess a Level I certification relative to ammunition/explosives handling, storage, and transport. Certification training must be successfully completed as scheduled by the appropriate management official.
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(n) Installation Management Career Field position.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
- 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 incentive may be authorized.
- Relocation incentive may be authorized.
Benefits
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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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
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 windowLearn 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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
1. Your resume:- 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.
- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/03/2025 to receive consideration- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12670538).
- Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
- It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
- Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
Agency contact information
Army Applicant Help DeskWebsitehttps://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inqAddressGK-W6X5AA US ARMY SUSTAINMENT COMMAND-407TH AFSB
DO NOT MAIL
White Sands Missile Range, NM 88002
USNext steps
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking (as applicable) for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Criminal history inquiries
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Financial suitability
- New employee probationary period
- Privacy Act
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Selective Service
- Signature and false statements
- Social security number request
Required Documents
The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
1. Your resume:
- 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.
- Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- For additional information see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
This job is open to
- The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
