Motor Vehicle Operator (Materials Handler) Na-08

Summary
This position is located at the Fort Knox Qualified Recycle Program.
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This job is open to

• The public
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency
U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
Duties

• Operates gasoline or diesel-powered vehicles, both light and heavy, on and off post to transport equipment and supplies.
• Observes time schedules and traffic / driving regulations
• Follows prescribed route
• Drives in a variety of driving situations such as congested highways, metropolitan areas, narrow country or mountain roads, and steep winding grades
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Assists with loading and unloading cargo and materials
• Warehousing: Duties include but are not limited to assisting the warehouse manager sign out equipment and supplies

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Physical is required for this position. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• As a condition of employment, incumbent of a TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.

Qualifications
Experience and training that equip the applicant with knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of this position consistent with accepted practices of the trade.
Ability to use and maintain appropriate tools, equipment and applicable vehicles based on gross weight (32,000 pounds).
Ability to read, understand, and apply instruction and other materials related to the job.
Ability to do the work of the position under normal supervision.
Training/education or experience must include the following:
-Skill in operating vehicles over a variety of roads and assessing traffic conditions and hazards.
-Skill in using judgment to load and unload individuals or cargo/supplies, clearances, turning radius, safe braking distances, connect and disconnect air brakes and electrical lines as needed, etc.
-Knowledge of vehicle safety regulations to determine when mechanical or operational problems indicate that vehicles are unsafe for operation.
-Required to possess/maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Area of Consideration:

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is the local commuting area. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

Manual Applications:

• If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm by 12/04/2023 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

PCS Costs

• Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

FWS Allowances and Differentials

• This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
• All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
• Regular full-time, regular part-time (to include those in a limited tenure appointment category) and regularly scheduled flexible employees are entitled to Sunday premium pay when working Sunday shifts. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 7.5% for the entire shift when a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled non-overtime hours of work occur between the hours of 1500 and 2400. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 10% of the scheduled rate if a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled non-overtime hours of work occur between the hours of 2300-0800.

Incentives and Bonuses

• Incentives will not be paid.

Non-Foreign Overseas Allowances

• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.

Please check out our Applicant Information Kit:

• It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit.pdf ).

Other:

• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/
• Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.

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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

• NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
• NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
• NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
• NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)

Your completed application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your qualifications for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position as described in this vacancy announcement.
The documents you submit MUST support your responses to the online questionnaire.
If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "incomplete application" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

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• 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 following documents must be submitted with your application:
  
  • Resume
  
  The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3433, Marriage Certificate, ISMP ID Card
  • PCS Orders
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• How to Apply
  You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:
  
  1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12214102. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
  2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.
  
  Agency contact information
  Kellie Truax
  Phone
  502-624-6353
  Email
  USARMY.KNOX.IMCOM-ATLANTIC.MBX.DFMWR-NAFHR@MAIL.MIL
  Address
  DM-NAF-W6CDAA US ARMY GARRISON FT KNOX DO NOT MAIL Fort Knox, KY 40121 US
  Next steps
  Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!
  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 and qualifications 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.
  
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents
The following documents must be submitted with your application:

• Resume

The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• DA Form 3433, Marriage Certificate, ISMP ID Card
• PCS Orders
• Resume
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

How to Apply
You may submit your application package using one of the two methods identified below:

1. Electronically (preferred) at https://www.usajobs.gov/ and search for Vacancy Number (VIN): 12214102. Announcement closes at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date listed on this announcement.
2. Manually: Please refer to the "Additional Information" section of this announcement for instructions.

Agency contact information
Kellie Truax
Phone
502-624-6353
Email
USARMY.KNOX.IMCOM-ATLANTIC.MBX.DFMWR-NAFHR@MAIL.MIL
Address
DM-NAF-W6CDAA US ARMY GARRISON FT KNOX DO NOT MAIL Fort Knox, KY 40121 US
Next steps
Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!
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 and qualifications for this position.
If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request