Summary 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. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range & Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located in Logistics Readiness Center at WSMR, NM. Responsibilities 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 Qualifications 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 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 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.