Qualifications
About the Position: This position is with the Joint Munitions Command located at McAlester Oklahoma. This position will operate forklifts (electric, gasoline and/or diesel powered forklifts capable of lifting loads weighing up to 10,000 pounds) in loading and unloading explosives and inert material into or out of railcars, trucks, and loading docks.
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) Fork Lift Operator (Materials Handler/Explosives Worker) ~ without more than normal supervision. Must possess the ability to perform common duties handling equipment while loading and unloading explosives and inert material into or out of railcars, trucks, and loading docks. I am skilled in handling controls for starting, stopping, backing and driving fork lift trucks through narrow aisles in buildings, up and down ramps and in and out of railroad cars and trucks. I can visually conceptualize whether a specific load is maneuverable through a particular space. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Stands, stoops, bends, and works in tiring and uncomfortable positions. May be required to work at a rapid pace for prolonged periods. Frequently lifts and carries material that weigh up to 60 pounds, and at times may handle items, with help, weighing over 60 pounds. Good color vision is necessary for proper identification of different types of ammunition by color code.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works inside and outside and subject to heat, cold, damp, drafty or poorly lighted areas. Work may be dirty and dusty. Exposed to danger of explosion and fire while working with explosives, chemicals and loaded ammunition. There is a chance of injuries ranging from loss of life or limbs to burns, cuts, bruises, skin irritations, sprains, and fractures.
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