MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (TITLE 32) Job in Saint Joseph, MO

Vacancy No. MO-12786169-AF-25-074 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $31.43 to $36.64 Grade 8 to 8
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/20/2025 Close Date 9/10/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Saint Joseph, MO


Summary

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Position.

This position is a Temporary NTE one year WG-5703-08 MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1961000 is part of the MO 139th Airlift Wing.This is a bargaining position.

SEE NOTES UNDER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT BELOW.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: All qualified permanent, indefinite, and temporary Title 32 National Guard employees who are currently working for the 139th Airlift Wing in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Duties

  • Receives, in-checks, routes, and moves parts, assemblies, components, and on- base turn-ins into and out of industrial shops.
  • Examines items received to verify part numbers, identities, correct quantities, condition, and destination.
  • Determines appropriate handling methods and devices needed to move items.
  • Interprets packing manuals and specifications and determines containers, protective devices, cushioning materials, methods, and techniques needed for packing a variety of tools, parts, equipment, and other items.
  • Constructs containers such as crates, boxes, cases and skids for use in shipment of items, utilizing Special Packaging Instructions (SPIs) when available to determine proper support requirements for items being prepared for shipment.
  • Determines proper identification, marking, labeling, and inclusion of shipping documents and special handling instructions on all shipments.
  • Assists the Distribution Manager as required in actions such as determining freight shipping requirements consistent with efficiency and transportation priorities.
  • Operates trucks which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight (GVW) of more than 32,000 pounds and/or truck tractors with semi- trailers or full trailers to transport personnel or pick up and deliver supplies, materials or equipment.
  • Couples and uncouples the truck tractor and semi-trailer or truck and trailer, and connects and disconnects the air brakes and electrical lines.
  • Maneuvers vehicles within close tolerances when driving and backing over uneven ground, in narrow or congested areas, between buildings and other vehicles, between parked aircraft and when positioning vehicles at loading docks.
  • Operates electric, LPG, or diesel powered fork lift trucks capable of lifting loads weighing less than 10,000 pounds as high as 168 inches.
  • Drives fork lift trucks over wood, concrete, or similar type floors through narrow aisles in buildings and in such confined spaces as railroad cars or trucks.
  • Drives one or more types of trucks such as pickup, panel, and flatbed trucks, which typically have a gross vehicle weight of 10,000 pounds or less, on local and public roads at highway speeds.
  • Performs warehouse work to include receiving and inventorying equipment, supplies and materials; loading and unloading of trucks; packing and unpacking material.
  • Adheres to and Enforces safety, fire, and housekeeping standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Under a temporary appointment, the employment is subject to termination at any time.
  • This position can be filled up to four years as long as funds are available to support it.
  • In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) or indefinite (Tenure 3) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the temporary appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent or indefinite status.
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Air National Guard recruiter at 1-800-864-6264 prior to applying for this position.
  • This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Missouri National Guard prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Individuals on incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment or termination, contact the State Incentives Manager at Whiteman AFB at (660) 687-7394 or at St. Joseph at (816) 236-3339 for any questions concerning recoupment or termination.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate must currently be assigned to a military unit in the Missouri Air/Army National Guard. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion).

Maximum Military Grade - MSgt (E-7)

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience or training which demonstrates the ability to follow instructions and safely operate the type of equipment required to accomplish the duties of the position.

WG-08 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess specialized experience that demonstrates your ability to operate one or more motor vehicles including platform trucks, van trucks, fuel trucks, stake trucks, dump trucks, and trash removal trucks which typically have an approximate gross vehicle weight (GVW) of more than 32,000 pounds; operate vehicles and tractors, some of which may be equipped with special-purpose powered equipment; operate platform, van, stake and dump trucks, refueling vehicles, passenger buses or ambulance buses; prepare and verify shipping documents for correct safety and destination coding, classifications, and hazardous material handling criteria; and knowledge of warehousing plans and accepted warehousing methods, procedures and techniques.

Education

This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience.

Additional information

Selective Service Act:
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following:

  1. Resume (must include the following information)
    1. First and Last Name
    2. Contact Information (Address, Phone Number and Email)
    3. Position Title(s)
    4. Company/Organization Name(s)
    5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
    6. Duties Performed - it is best practice to be specific and focus on the duties performed that are like (similar to/relative to/consistent with) the position you are applying for
Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.

It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.
  1. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
    Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
  2. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
    This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
  3. DD214s

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12786169

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement 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.

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.

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Agency contact information

Kayla Penny
Address
MO 139th Airlift Wing
705 Memorial Drive
Saint Joseph, MO 64503-9307
US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


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