- Position Title
- Toxic Materials Handler (FLO/MVO)
- Agency
- U.S. Army Chemical Materials Activity
- Announcement Number
- SWEI212022071568DS Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, July 23, 2021 to Monday, January 31, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Toxic Materials Handler (FLO/MVO) position with the Department of the Army. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this assessment questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
1.
From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Toxic Material Handler (FLO/MVO), WG-6511-05, position duties without more than normal supervision.
2.
From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Toxic Materials Handler (FLO/MVO), WG-6511-06, duties without more than normal supervision.
3.
From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Toxic Materials Handler (FLO/MVO), WG-6511-07, duties without more than normal supervision.
4.
From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Toxic Materials Handler (FLO/MVO), WG-6511-08, duties without more than normal supervision.
5.
From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Toxic Materials Handler (FLO/MVO), WG-6511-09, duties without more than normal supervision.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Operate a pallet jack to move palletized supplies.
7.
Assist journey-level employees in building and breaking down pallets filled with supplies.
8.
Cut stencils to be applied to pallets by journey-level employees.
9.
Utilize banding equipment to secure supplies to pallets.
10.
Maintain common hand tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working order to complete tasks assigned.
11.
Check equipment in and out of tool room.
12.
Take tools and equipment out to the worksite.
13.
Follow oral instructions by journey-level employees on how to receive and store supplies.
14.
Follow written operational procedures on how to receive and store supplies.
15.
Understand work related documents, such as work instructions, work orders, standard operating procedures, etc.
16.
Wear safety equipment, such as gloves, goggles, safety shoes to work with moving supplies.
17.
Wear safety protection equipment, such as gloves, goggles, safety shoes in the normal performance of duties, both indoors and outdoors.
18.
Ability to wear a respirator in multiple environments.
19.
Assist journey-level employees in receiving and storage of hazardous waste materials in bulk containers.
20.
Under guidance of a senior employee/team leader, complete tasks such as work on a decontamination line, containerized waste, and load waste onto a transport vehicles, etc.
21.
Utilize personal protective equipment to protect yourself and coworkers.
22.
Load, haul, and unload equipment or material associated with hazardous materials.
23.
Perform minor repairs on equipment related to hauling hazardous materials such as, changing filters or replacing worn parts.
24.
Receive, assemble, or lay out material for the destruction of toxic materials.
25.
Handle hazardous or toxic materials.
26.
Assist in the use of detection and/or sampling equipment for the purpose of decontaminating or neutralizing an affected area.
27.
Assist in using equipment or procedures to test for the presence of chemical vapors or hazardous materials.
28.
Assist in the inspection and monitoring of toxic materials for storage or decontamination.
29.
Operate electric, gas, or diesel powered forklift to load and unload materials.
30.
Transport chemical, conventional munitions, and/or hazardous waste.
31.
Use common hand tools, such as wrenches and pliers for the purpose or tightening and/or performing other simple repairs.
32.
Assist in operating equipment to test and sample various types of chemical materials.
33.
Assist in performing tests on equipment for the purpose of determining if functioning and/or if servicing is needed.
34.
Follow instructions and specifications for loading cargo for the purpose of assuring proper balance and weight distribution.
35.
Established and use procedures to store and preserve toxic materials.
36.
Follow operational procedures according to a written plan or set of procedures.
37.
Apply governing requirements, such as Federal and State requirements, related to hazardous material operations and/or safety standards.
38.
Assure proper blocking and bracing is done for the purpose of preventing load shifts on vehicles.
39.
Operate motor vehicle in all types of weather and conditions, such as during unusual weather conditions, on uneven roads, and in restricted backing areas.
40.
Maintain a decontamination apparatus used to mix and apply neutralization mixtures to contain contaminated areas.
41.
Operate mechanical equipment, such as pressure gauges, torque wrenches, and adapters to determine functioning and serviceability of equipment.
42.
Operate high pressure tanks, such as nitrogen, medical grade oxygen, and compressed air used on shower trailers, decontamination tanks, and Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) which are used in connection with entries into contaminated areas.
43.
Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, utilizing appropriate tools when necessary.
44.
Conduct scheduled patrols into chemical storage areas to detect the presence of toxic agent vapors source of the leakage.
45.
Conduct scheduled patrols into hazardous materials storage areas to re-sample affected areas following clean-up to assure the complete absence of chemical liquid or vapors.
46.
Prepare reports regarding contamination, areas sample, entries, and clean-up used for review by the Safety Office.
47.
Operate vehicles, such as gasoline or diesel powered truck-tractor with semi-trailer, during unusual weather conditions, on uneven roads, and/or in restricted backing areas.
48.
Assure volatile chemicals are mixed in accordance with applicable Federal and State requirements and safety standards.
49.
Operate ammunition peculiar equipment to sample various chemical munitions.
50.
Operate filter units to assure they are operating at the correct capacity.
51.
Control the unloading of chemicals and munitions to be destroyed.
52.
Place munitions into storage using prescribed toxic storage procedures, drawings, safety rules and regulations.
53.
Perform ammunition handling operations in accordance with written plans or a set of procedures.
54.
Perform decontamination of toxic chemical agents that may be leaking from toxic munitions.
55.
Mix various types of compounds, such as calcium hypochlorite, sodium hypochlorite, super tropical bleach, sodium carbonate, soda ash, and sodium hydroxide used in the neutralization of toxic chemicals (liquid or vapor).
56.
Load and unload chemical or conventional munitions into or from vans, flat beds, or rail cars while operating an electric, gas, or diesel powered forklift.
57.
Operate high pressure tanks such as nitrogen, medical grade oxygen, and compressed air.
58.
Receive, store, and ship bombs, projectiles, mines, rockets, bulk containers, etc. following Federal and State safety guidelines.
59.
Load trucks using forklifts or jack pallets.
60.
Utilize loading docks for loading and unloading of chemical materials.
61.
Operate a vehicle with eight-wheel drive equipped with a pumping unit to disperse neutralizing agent for toxic chemicals.
62.
Operate trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rating up to 32,000 lbs.
63.
Couple and uncouple trucks and/or trailers and connects and/or disconnects couplings and electrical lines.
64.
Complete tasks in different levels of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
65.
Read the magnahelic and manometer gauges on the 1000 CFM filters units to assure they are operating at the correct capacity.
66.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.